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Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese

A delicious creamy and cheesy comfort food combining the favorites of mac and cheese with buffalo chicken, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 8 oz elbow macaroni Cook according to package instructions.
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Rotisserie chicken works well.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1 cup cream cheese For creaminess.
  • 1 cup milk Add more if needed for consistency.
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing For flavor.
Cheese and Garnish
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Can substitute with other cheese varieties.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish Add for color and freshness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, combine the cooked macaroni, shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, and milk.
  2. Stir until everything is well combined and the cream cheese has melted.
  3. Add in the shredded cheddar cheese and ranch dressing, mixing until the cheese is melted and creamy.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve warm, garnished with chopped green onions.

Notes

If storing leftovers, keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. To reheat, warm up in the microwave or on the stove, adding a little milk if it seems too thick. For a crunchy topping, bake with breadcrumbs on top.