Description

Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese is a creamy, cheesy baked pasta that combines tender shredded chicken with a spicy buffalo sauce and melty cheddar. A crunchy breadcrumb topping adds texture, while the dish delivers bold flavor in an easy, weeknight‑friendly recipe. Perfect for families, game days, or a comforting dinner, this casserole balances heat and comfort, making it a crowd‑pleasing favorite you’ll want to serve again and again. Serve hot, topped with cheese, and pair with cold ranch dip no

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups elbow macaroni
2 cups cooked chicken shredded
1 cup buffalo sauce
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or blend)
1 cup milk
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Salt to taste
Green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Cook macaroni until al dente, drain.
Melt butter, whisk in milk and buffalo sauce, add cheese until melted.
Combine pasta, chicken, and sauce.
Transfer to baking dish, sprinkle breadcrumbs and salt.
Bake 20‑25 minutes until golden.
Garnish with green onions and serve.

Notes

For extra crispness
toss breadcrumbs with melted butter before topping. Adjust buffalo sauce amount for desired heat.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 600
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg

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