Creamy Honey Pepper Chicken Mac and Cheese | Homemade Comfort Food - Recipes by Lena

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)