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Easy Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese

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.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 579 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

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

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and spray a 9X13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Cook the pasta to al dente based on the package instructions.
  3. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium high heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 2 minutes to create a roux.
  4. Slowly whisk in the milk and the seasonings. Heat and bring the mixture to a low boil.
  5. Heat for a few minutes until the mixture thickens.
  6. Remove from heat and immediately stir in the cream cheese and shredded cheeses.  Stir until the cheese is melted and smooth.
  7. Stir in the buffalo sauce.
  8. Stir in the shredded chicken and pasta until well coated.
  9. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes until heated through and bubbly.
  10. 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

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

% 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.