Creamy Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese: Indulgent Comfort Food
A rich and creamy buffalo chicken mac and cheese that brings indulgent comfort to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, then stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the heavy cream and buffalo sauce; stir to combine.
- Gradually add the cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Fold in the cooked macaroni and shredded chicken until evenly coated.
- Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more buffalo sauce.
- Top with extra cheese or breadcrumbs before baking for a crispy topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Buffalo Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food