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Creamy Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese

Ultra creamy buffalo chicken mac and cheese loaded with tender chicken, spicy buffalo sauce, and melted cheese for the ultimate comfort food dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 16 oz elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat and whisk in flour.
  4. Slowly whisk in milk and heavy cream until smooth and slightly thickened.
  5. Add cream cheese and stir until melted.
  6. Mix in buffalo sauce, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and seasonings until creamy.
  7. Fold cooked macaroni and shredded chicken into the sauce.
  8. Transfer mixture to baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.

Notes

Add crispy bacon, blue cheese crumbles, or breadcrumbs for extra flavor and texture. Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 4 days.