Ingredients
– 8 ounces elbow macaroni
– 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (bbq flavored preferred)
– 1 cup BBQ sauce
– 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
– 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
– ½ cup cream cheese, softened
– ½ cup milk
– ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
– ¼ teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons butter
– ¼ cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Creating BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese is a straightforward process if you follow these steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, boil salted water. Add the elbow macaroni and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the Chicken: In a separate bowl, mix the shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until well coated.
3. Make the Cheese Sauce: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the cream cheese, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Add Cheeses: Once the cream cheese has melted, reduce the heat and add the cheddar and mozzarella cheese, stirring until fully melted and creamy.
5. Combine: Add the drained macaroni and BBQ chicken to the cheese sauce, stirring until evenly combined.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. If using, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top for a crunchy finish.
7. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the sauce is bubbling.
Follow these steps, and you’ll have a delicious BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese ready to tantalize your taste buds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Offer generous portions but consider smaller servings to encourage seconds!
- Calories: 510 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g