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BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese: Comfort Food Redefined

BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese is a smoky, creamy comfort dish perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Substitute with rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce Choose your favorite style.
For the Pasta & Cheese Sauce
  • 8 ounces Macaroni Any short pasta like elbow macaroni works perfectly.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Consider adding gouda for an extra smoky profile.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Swap with provolone if preferred.
  • 2 cups Milk Whole milk or a plant-based alternative can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can be replaced with olive oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Cornstarch is a gluten-free alternative.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • skillet
  • pot
  • saucepan
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet with oil over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Shred cooked chicken.
  2. Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan. Whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually add milk, whisking until thickened. Stir in garlic and onion powder.
  4. Remove from heat and mix in shredded cheddar and mozzarella until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning.
  5. Combine shredded chicken, cooked macaroni, and BBQ sauce in the cheese sauce, mixing until coated.
  6. Serve hot, drizzled with additional BBQ sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfectly cooked chicken should be 165°F. Gradually add cheeses for a smooth sauce and avoid overcooking pasta.

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