Description
Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese is a delightful fusion of creamy macaroni and spicy Buffalo chicken, creating a comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion. With tender pasta enveloped in a rich cheese sauce and topped with crispy breadcrumbs, this recipe combines flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you’re hosting game night or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this crowd-pleaser will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb elbow macaroni
- 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1 lb)
- 1 cup Buffalo sauce
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Grill or bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked. Shred the chicken.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, then gradually add milk while stirring until thickened. Mix in cream cheese and cheddar until smooth.
- Combine shredded chicken and Buffalo sauce into the cheese sauce, then fold in cooked macaroni.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish. Mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle on top.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 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: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg