Buffalo Chicken Mac Recipe
Make Buffalo Chicken Mac Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Buffalo Chicken
Cheese Sauce
Toppings
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing Buffalo Chicken
- 2
Mix Chicken and Sauce
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with the buffalo sauce. Stir until the chicken is well coated and set aside.
Making Cheese Sauce
- 3
Prepare the Roux
In a large saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about 1 minute until the mixture is golden brown.
- 4
Add Milk
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook for about 3-5 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- 5
Incorporate Cheeses
Reduce heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese and cream cheese. Continue stirring until the cheeses are fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 6
Season the Sauce
Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to taste. Stir to combine.
Combining Ingredients
- 7
Mix Everything Together
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, buffalo chicken mixture, and cheese sauce. Stir until everything is evenly mixed.
- 8
Transfer to Baking Dish
Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
Baking
- 9
Bake the Dish
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the dish for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Serving
- 10
Garnish and Serve
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Top with sliced green onions and blue cheese crumbles before serving.