Description
Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese is a mouthwatering combination of creamy cheese sauce, tender pasta, and spicy buffalo chicken. This comforting dish brings together rich flavors and a delightful kick, making it perfect for game nights or cozy family dinners. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can create a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink (6-7 minutes per side). Shred cooked chicken.
- Boil salted water in a pot. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour for about 2 minutes. Gradually add milk while whisking until smooth. Stir in buffalo sauce and cheddar cheese until melted.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, macaroni, and cheese sauce. Mix well.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with panko breadcrumbs, and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 85mg