How to Make Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Buffalo chicken mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food with a spicy, flavorful twist. This dish combines the creamy, cheesy goodness of mac and cheese with the tangy, fiery flavors of buffalo chicken. It's a crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for game day gatherings, potlucks, or just a cozy night in. Whether you're a fan of buffalo chicken or a mac and cheese aficionado, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package elbow macaroni
  • 1 rotisserie-roasted chicken
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ cup hot sauce (such as Frank's® Redhot®), or more to taste
  • ½ cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Cut wings and legs off rotisserie chicken. Remove skin and bones from wings and legs; chop or shred dark meat into bite-sized pieces.
  • Melt butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Gradually whisk in flour until a thick paste forms. Cook until golden, about 1 minute.
  • Pour in milk, whisking constantly, until thickened and bubbling, about 5 minutes. Continue to cook and stir until sauce is smooth, about 1 minute more. Reduce heat and season with pepper.
  • Stir Cheddar and Monterey Jack into the sauce until melted and combined.
  • Stir in hot sauce to the desired level of spiciness.
  • Add Gorgonzola, chicken, and macaroni; mix well to combine.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    781 cal.

    • Total Fat: 42g
    • Saturated Fat: 23g
    • Cholesterol: 157mg
    • Sodium: 978mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 47g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 594mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 532mg