Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese is a spicy twist on a classic comfort food favorite. The creamy cheese sauce is infused with the bold flavor of buffalo sauce and combined with tender shredded chicken, making for a hearty dish that’s both indulgent and satisfying. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a game day treat, this recipe delivers all the cheesy goodness you love with a kick of heat! Serve it up hot and enjoy a delicious blend of flavors in every bite.
Preparation Time:
30 min
Difficulty:
Novice
Ingredients:
- 100g of elbow macaroni
- 150g of cooked chicken, shredded
- 50g of buffalo sauce
- 100g of cheddar cheese, shredded
- 50g of cream cheese
- 30g of unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour
- 200ml of milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Kitchen Tools Needed:
- Pot
- Pan
- Oven
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
Instructions:
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and whisk together for about 1 minute until bubbly.
- Gradually add in the milk, whisking continuously until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cream cheese and half of the cheddar cheese, mixing until melted and smooth.
- Add the buffalo sauce and shredded chicken to the cheese sauce, stirring to combine well.
- Toss the cooked macaroni into the buffalo chicken cheese sauce, making sure it's evenly coated.
- Pour the mac and cheese mixture into a baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
- Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) and bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Macros:
- Total Calories: 700kcal
- Carbs: 70g
- Proteins: 45g
- Fats: 40g