Description
A delicious twist on the classic comfort food, combining creamy cheese sauce, tender macaroni, and spicy buffalo chicken in one satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups milk
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons green onions or chives (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to create a roux, cooking for about 1 minute.
- Gradually add the milk while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Continue to cook until the mixture thickens.
- Stir in the cream cheese until melted and smooth, then add in the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, mixing until everything is creamy.
- Fold in the cooked macaroni and shredded chicken until all ingredients are fully combined. Season with garlic powder and smoked paprika and give it a taste!
- If desired, garnish with chopped green onions or chives before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider using a mixture of cheeses or adding some diced jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg