Ingredients
– 8 ounces elbow macaroni
– 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
– 1 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
– 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– ½ cup cream cheese
– 2 cups milk
– 2 tablespoons butter
– ¼ cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ¼ cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese can be simple if you follow these steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, boil salted water and cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth, cooking for about 1 minute.
3. Add Milk: Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
4. Incorporate Cream Cheese: Stir in the cream cheese until fully melted and combined.
5. Mix in Cheeses: Add the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, and stir until melted and creamy.
6. Season the Sauce: Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
7. Combine Chicken and Sauce: In a large bowl, mix the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, and buffalo sauce. Pour the cheese sauce over the mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.
8. Transfer to Baking Dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the mac and cheese mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
10. Garnish: Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 30g