Description
Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese is a delightful comfort dish that combines creamy cheese sauce with tender, spicy buffalo chicken for an unforgettable flavor experience. Topped with a crunchy breadcrumb layer, this recipe is perfect for game days or cozy family dinners, satisfying everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- Breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, cook in a skillet until golden brown, then shred.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in flour to form a roux. Gradually whisk in milk and cheddar until smooth.
- Mix shredded chicken and buffalo sauce into the cheese sauce.
- Combine the cooked macaroni with the sauce mixture and transfer to a greased baking dish. Top with breadcrumbs.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of buffalo sauce or adding blue cheese crumbles on top. For added nutrition, consider incorporating vegetables like spinach or broccoli into the mix.