Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
A warm, creamy, and cheesy twist on a classic mac and cheese, infused with zesty buffalo chicken for an extra punch of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until it’s lightly browned.
- Gradually add the milk while stirring constantly until the mixture thickens into a smooth and creamy sauce.
- Add the buffalo sauce along with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well and fold in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Mix in the cooked, shredded chicken and macaroni until everything is well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish and sprinkle extra cheese on top if desired.
- Bake in an oven preheated to 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
Adjust buffalo sauce to taste for spiciness. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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