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BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese

Creamy mac and cheese combined with smoky BBQ chicken for the ultimate comfort food fusion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Saucepan
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta until al dente and drain.
  2. Mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce.
  3. Make roux with butter and flour.
  4. Whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
  5. Add cheese and seasoning.
  6. Combine pasta, sauce, and chicken.
  7. Bake with optional topping until golden.

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese for best results.