For the Chicken:

• 1 lb chicken breast or thighs (bite-sized)

• ½ cup flour

• Salt, pepper, ½ tsp garlic powder

• 2–3 tbsp vegetable oil

• ¼ cup honey

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)

• 1 tbsp water

• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

For the Mac and Cheese:

• 8 oz elbow macaroni

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 tbsp flour

• 2 cups milk

• 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

• ¼ cup cream cheese (optional)

• Salt, pepper, pinch of paprika or mustard powder