Irresistible Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipe: A Creamy Twist
A creamy twist on a classic comfort food that combines spicy buffalo chicken with mac and cheese, perfect for a cozy dinner or a party dish.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat, and add the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the shredded chicken and buffalo sauce, stirring until heated through.
- Mix in the cooked macaroni, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish and top with additional cheese if desired.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra spice, add diced jalapeños.
- Serve with a side of celery sticks for a crunchy contrast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: buffalo chicken, mac and cheese, recipe