Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac & Cheese | Comfort Food Classic - cookrisp

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 8 oz elbow macaroni or cavatappi pasta
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• ¼ cup honey (for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (for garnish)
• Chopped parsley (for garnish)