Description
Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food that perfectly combines creamy cheese sauce with spicy buffalo chicken. This dish is a crowd favorite, ideal for game days or cozy dinners at home. With its ooey-gooey texture and rich flavors, this indulgent recipe will have everyone asking for seconds. It’s easy to make and guarantees satisfaction in every bite!
Ingredients
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- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (for topping)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, combine shredded chicken and buffalo sauce; cook until heated through.
- In another pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to create a roux, cooking for about one minute. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and thickened.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and cream cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add cooked macaroni and buffalo chicken to the cheese sauce, mixing until well combined.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish, top with panko breadcrumbs, and bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving; garnish with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg