For the chicken:

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or tenders
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the honey pepper glaze:

• ¼ cup honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 clove garlic, minced

For the creamy macaroni cheese:

• 8 ounces elbow macaroni
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground mustard (optional)
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)