Description
Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese Casserole is a flavor-packed meal that brings together the bold taste of buffalo sauce with the cozy, cheesy goodness of mac and cheese.
Ingredients
- Elbow macaroni
- Shredded chicken
- Buffalo sauce
- Butter
- Flour
- Milk
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt
- Pepper
- Blue cheese crumbles (optional)
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
1. 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil the elbow macaroni until it’s al dente, then drain and set it aside.
2. 2. Make the Cheese Sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter, then whisk in the flour to create a roux. Slowly pour in the milk, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, buffalo sauce, salt, and pepper.
3. 3. Combine the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, and the cheese sauce, mixing well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
4. 4. Bake the Casserole: Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and top with the optional blue cheese crumbles. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
5. 5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the baked casserole with chopped green onions and serve hot, straight from the oven.
Notes
For a healthier twist, consider using whole grain pasta and low-fat or non-fat dairy products.
You can easily customize it to suit your taste preferences or dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 15
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 70