Description
A delicious fusion of BBQ chicken and creamy mac and cheese, perfect for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk until the mixture thickens.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until the cheese is melted.
- Combine the cooked macaroni and cheese sauce in a large bowl.
- Mix in the shredded chicken and BBQ sauce.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake for 20 minutes.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can use any type of pasta you prefer.
- Adjust the amount of BBQ sauce to your taste.
- Add extra cheese on top before baking for a cheesy crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: BBQ Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food, Easy Recipe