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Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese

Easy Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipe for Ultimate Comfort

This Easy Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese combines creamy pasta with spicy chicken for ultimate comfort and flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3-4 breasts
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
Pasta
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni
Toppings
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Large pot
  • Saucepan
  • Oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken with salt and pepper; bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through. Shred once cooled.
  2. Boil salted water in a large pot; cook elbow macaroni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and buffalo sauce; simmer gently while adding shredded cheddar until melted.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, shredded chicken, and sauce; mix well.
  5. Transfer to a greased baking dish; top with panko breadcrumbs and extra cheddar cheese.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 24g

Notes

Feel free to customize the recipe by adding different cheeses or spices to match your taste preferences.

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