Main Dishes

Honey Pepper Chicken Macaroni and Cheese

Laura Neff
November 15, 2017
147

Copy cat of Applebee's Honey Pepper Chicken Macaroni and Cheese.

6
1 1/2 pounds breaded chicken strips
16 ounces cavatappi noodles
5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup honey
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup pineapple juice
1 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
8 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup shredded Colby jack cheese
3 cloves garlic, minced
ground black pepper, to taste
  1. Bake the chicken strips according to directions (see notes).
  2. Cook pasta according to the package directions and drain.
  3. While the chicken and pasta are cooking, prepare the honey...

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Nutritions

Calories
1227

Sodium
2501mg
104% DV

Fat
78g
120% DV

Protein
57g
114% DV

Carbs
70g
24% DV

Fiber
5g
23% DV