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A vibrant, creamy mac and cheese dish topped with tender BBQ chicken pieces, melted cheese, and chopped green onions, styled on a rustic wooden table with a golden-brown crust and glossy sauce.

Ultimate BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

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A quick and easy delicious BBQ chicken mac and cheese combining smoky barbecue flavors with creamy cheese sauce and pasta.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked macaroni
  • 1 cup shredded cooked BBQ chicken
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and whisk in flour to make a roux.
  3. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened.
  4. Add cheddar and mozzarella cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
  5. Mix in barbecue sauce and cooked BBQ chicken; season with salt and pepper.
  6. Combine the cheese sauce with cooked pasta, and top with chopped green onions.
  7. Serve hot with extra cheese or sauce if desired.

Notes

  • For extra smoky flavor, add a dash of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper.
  • Use leftover grilled chicken for convenience.
  • Suitable for freezer storage; reheat in the oven or microwave.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 620 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 65 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg