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Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 16 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, toss the shredded chicken with the buffalo sauce until well coated. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked macaroni and buffalo chicken to the cheese sauce, stirring until well combined.
- Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese on top.
- In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with chopped parsley. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture over the mac and cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese is a beloved comfort food that combines the zesty flavors of buffalo chicken with the creamy goodness of mac and cheese. This dish has its roots in the United States, particularly in the Buffalo, New York region, where buffalo chicken wings are a culinary staple. The dish gained popularity in the early 2000s and has since become a favorite in restaurants and home kitchens across the country. Chefs like Bobby Flay and Guy Fieri have put their own spin on the recipe, adding unique ingredients and cooking techniques to elevate the dish. For the best version of this dish, look for a restaurant that uses high-quality cheese, tender chicken, and a perfectly balanced buffalo sauce. Some alternative methods for making Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese include using a slow cooker or air fryer to cook the chicken, or adding blue cheese crumbles for an extra kick of flavor. Whether you're a fan of spicy food or just love a good mac and cheese, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings.
50 min
6
550 calories
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