Jul 14 2026
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Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese Recipe

Inspired by Bobby V's Restaurant & Sports Bar - Stamford
Time50m
Serves6

Buffalo Sauce

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Chicken

Cheese Sauce

Topping

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add macaroni pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Chicken

    If not already cooked, grill or bake chicken breasts until done, then shred them into bite-sized pieces.

Making the Cheese Sauce

  1. 3

    Melt the Butter

    In a large saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.

  2. 4

    Make the Roux

    Whisk in 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour and cook for about 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously until the mixture is golden and bubbly.

  3. 5

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to stir until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 6

    Incorporate Cheese

    Lower the heat and add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and softened cream cheese. Stir until melted and smooth.

  5. 7

    Add Buffalo Sauce

    Stir in 1 cup of buffalo sauce, salt, and black pepper into the cheese mixture until well combined.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 8

    Mix Pasta and Chicken

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained macaroni and shredded chicken. Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta and chicken, stirring until everything is evenly coated.

Topping and Baking

  1. 9

    Prepare Topping

    In a small bowl, mix together 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs, 0.5 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter.

  2. 10

    Assemble and Bake

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mac and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.

Serving

  1. 11

    Serve and Enjoy

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese!

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