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BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese

Creamy mac and cheese loaded with tender BBQ chicken for the ultimate comfort food dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 0.75 cup barbecue sauce
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2.5 cups milk
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions and drain.
  2. Melt butter in a saucepan and whisk in flour to form a roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in milk until thickened.
  4. Stir in cheeses and seasonings until smooth.
  5. Toss chicken with BBQ sauce.
  6. Combine pasta, cheese sauce, and BBQ chicken.

Notes

Add a splash of milk when reheating to restore creaminess.