Description
BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese is a rich and comforting dish that combines creamy macaroni and cheese with tangy barbecue chicken for a flavorful twist on a classic comfort food.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups elbow macaroni, uncooked
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (plus more for topping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk and cream. Cook until thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
- Stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add cooked macaroni and stir to coat evenly in the cheese sauce.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce.
- Gently fold BBQ chicken into the mac and cheese or serve on top as a layer.
- Drizzle additional BBQ sauce over top and garnish with green onions if desired.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
- Try smoked gouda or pepper jack for added flavor variations.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 375°F if a baked version is preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg