Description
Indulge in the creamy, spicy delight of Buffalo-Chicken Macaroni and Cheese. This crowd-pleaser combines tender chicken, zesty buffalo sauce, and a rich blend of cheeses for a dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting friends for game night or enjoying a family dinner, this recipe delivers comforting flavors with an exciting twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup buffalo sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup pepper jack cheese, grated
- 2 green onions, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper until golden brown (7-10 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low; add cream cheese to the skillet with chicken until melted. Stir in buffalo sauce, garlic powder, milk, sharp cheddar cheese, and pepper jack cheese until smooth.
- Gently fold cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce mixture until well-coated.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Optional: Top with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg