Easy Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
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5.0
42 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
579 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
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Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese is loaded with cheese, buffalo sauce, noodles and chicken. It is the perfect weeknight meal and is easy to make.
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Ingredients
- ½ cup salted butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cups mild cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1 pound macaroni noodles
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded chicken
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and spray a 9X13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Cook the pasta to al dente based on the package instructions.
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium high heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 2 minutes to create a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the milk and the seasonings. Heat and bring the mixture to a low boil.
- Heat for a few minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and immediately stir in the cream cheese and shredded cheeses. Stir until the cheese is melted and smooth.
- Stir in the buffalo sauce.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and pasta until well coated.
- Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes until heated through and bubbly.
- Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Notes
- Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Make sure to use freshly grated cheese to ensure that it melts smoothly and evenly.
- Not all buffalo sauce is the same, choose one based on the spice level that you prefer.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
579kcal
(29%)
Carbohydrates
51g
(17%)
Protein
25g
(50%)
Fat
30g
(46%)
Saturated Fat
17g
(85%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Trans Fat
0.5g
Cholesterol
102mg
(34%)
Sodium
1009mg
(42%)
Potassium
326mg
(9%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
5g
(10%)
Vitamin A
926IU
(19%)
Vitamin C
0.03mg
(0%)
Calcium
306mg
(31%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 579 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 579kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 102mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 1009mg | 42% |
| Potassium | 326mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 926IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 306mg | 31% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
42 reviews
Excellent
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