Buffalo Chicken Mac Recipe
creamy buffalo sauce, crispy chicken, scallions, ranch drizzle
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Sauce
In the same pot, over medium heat, add the cream cheese and buffalo sauce. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and fully combined with the sauce.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the shredded chicken, cooked macaroni, and half of the scallions to the sauce. Stir until everything is well-coated. Season with salt and pepper.
- 4
Add Cheese
Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or water to reach desired consistency.
- 5
Serve
Spoon the buffalo chicken mac into bowls, drizzle with ranch dressing, and top with remaining scallions. Enjoy!

