Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese

Mac and Cheese is a family favorite, and this Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese is such a fun twist. Thick, creamy, and packed with spicy Buffalo flavor... it's the ultimate comfort food with a delicious kick!

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Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 40

Servings:

Calories: 347kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

1/2 c. salted butter
1/2 c. all purpose flour
1 tsp. garlic salt
1 tsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp. pepper
5 c. whole milk
8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese
8 oz. shredded monterey jack cheese
8 oz. cream cheese softened
1/3 c. buffalo sauce
1 lb. macaroni noodles
1 package Buffalo Style Boneless Chicken Bites
1 green onion sliced

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400° F.
Cook noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and cook, stirring, 5-6 minutes until mixture is thickened.
Add seasonings and stir.
Slowly add milk, stirring constantly. Continue cooking and stirring until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
Add shredded cheese and cream cheese; mix until cheese is completely melted.
Stir in buffalo sauce and cooked noodles.
Transfer to a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
Add mac & cheese and chicken bites to the preheated oven; bake for 20 minutes. Prepare chicken bites according to package instructions.
Chop chicken and add to mac & cheese.
Sprinkle with chopped green onions and season with pepper.

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