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Spicy Buffalo Mac and Cheese with Chunks of Chicken

Get ready for a flavorsome twist on traditional mac and cheese. This stove-top Spicy Buffalo Mac and Cheese features a tempting blend of cheddar and blue cheeses, folded together with buffalo sauce and tender chunks of chicken. Quick to assemble, this dish promises a tasty homestyle dinner in under ...
4
30 min
TOTAL TIME
755
CALORIES
$3.22
PER SERVING
Spicy Buffalo Mac and Cheese with Chunks of Chicken
Directions
9 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain the pasta and set aside.
2
While pasta is cooking, melt unsalted butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
3
Stir in all-purpose flour, cooking for a minute to form a smooth paste.
4
Gradually add milk to the saucepan, whisking constantly to avoid any lumps.
5
Liquid will begin to thicken after 1-2 minutes. Then reduce heat to low.
6
To the saucepan, add salt, pepper, buffalo sauce and the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until cheese has melted and is fully incorporated.
7
Fold in the cooked, diced chicken and cooked macaroni, ensuring everything is well covered in the cheese sauce.
8
Remove cheese-covered macaroni from heat and let it sit for 2 minutes.
9
Before serving, sprinkle generous amounts of crumbled blue cheese and diced green onions on top. Enjoy your Spicy Buffalo Mac and Cheese hot.