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Ultimate Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese

Ultimate Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese for Irresistible Comfort

Discover the Ultimate Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese, a creamy and spicy dish perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Elbow Macaroni Can substitute with rotini or shells
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Essential for the roux
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Thickens the sauce
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Adds creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Enhances richness
  • 2 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese Freshly shredded is best
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Adds gooeyness
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Boosts flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential for seasoning
For the Buffalo Chicken
  • 2 cups Cooked and Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken is convenient
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Wing Sauce Adjust based on heat preference
For Optional Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled Blue Cheese Optional for classic buffalo flavor
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions For garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Greased 3-Quart Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente for about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Make the Cheese Sauce. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour for 1-2 minutes, then gradually pour in milk and cream, whisking until thick. Stir in cheddar and mozzarella until melted.
  3. Combine Chicken and Sauce. Add shredded chicken and buffalo sauce to the cheese sauce and stir until chicken is coated. Fold in the macaroni.
  4. Broil for Finish. Transfer to a greased baking dish and broil for 2-3 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 32gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Customizable for various tastes; can prep in advance and reheat easily.

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