Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy cheese sauce with spicy buffalo chicken for a dish that’s sure to impress. This recipe features tender pieces of chicken tossed in tangy buffalo sauce, enveloped in a luxurious cheese blend over perfectly cooked pasta. Ideal for game nights or cozy family dinners, it’s a flavorful experience that will leave everyone asking for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 8 oz cavatappi or elbow pasta
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 green onions (chopped) for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Season diced chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until golden brown and cooked through (8-10 minutes).
- Boil salted water in a separate pot. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente; drain, reserving some pasta water.
- In the same skillet, combine heavy cream and buffalo sauce over medium heat. Gradually stir in cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add drained pasta to the skillet with the chicken and sauce; mix gently until coated. If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Transfer to bowls or a baking dish and garnish with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using blue cheese or mixing in veggies like broccoli. Leftover rotisserie chicken works great for quicker preparation. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat with a splash of milk if needed.