Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese (Stovetop & Oven Recipe!)

Easy Buffalo Chicken Recipe
If you enjoy an easy comfort food recipe that is ooey gooey, cheesy, juicy, tender, and flavorful, you will want to try this buffalo chicken macaroni and cheese. I love making comfort foods with a twist and this recipe is no different. This mac and cheese combines cheesy goodness with a creamy texture from milk and whipped butter, buffalo sauce for a kick, and soft, tender, chicken pieces. Throw that all together and you have a delicious, filling meal that the whole family will love. If you are like Kevin where you *have* to have some sort of meat in every meal, this is the one for you! This is comfort food, elevated.

• Total Cook Time: 4 1/2 hours (which includes 4 hours in the crockpot)
• Family-Friendly: Absolutely, my teen, fiancé and I loved it!
• Difficulty Level: Easy
• Best Served With: A side of coleslaw or salad, garlic knots or breadsticks, and Asparagus or veggies

Why You Will Love This Creamy Mac and Cheese Recipe
This macaroni and cheese is one meal that you will want seconds, even thirds of. It's addicting, easy to make, and the best part is I let the chicken sit in the crockpot all day and spent 30 minutes in the evening putting everything together. I love slow cooker recipes for that reason. In between working, taking Jace to and from school, paying bills, and blogging, it's nice to have a simple, comfort food recipe that is enjoyed by all. 

Other Macaroni and Cheese Recipes You May Love
If you love macaroni and cheese like we do, you may also like my:
Protein-Packed Homemade Macaroni and Cheese with Cottage Cheese
Copycat Chick-Fil-A Mac and Cheese
Creamy Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese with Rotisserie Chicken & Crispy Breadcrumbs

Ingredients for Buffalo Chicken 
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• One large chicken breast
• Pepper
• *2-3 cups chicken broth (this is a free range, organic chicken broth)
• 1 tsp paprika

Ingredients for the Macaroni and Cheese

• 16 oz elbow macaroni pasta
• 2 tbsp butter (we used a whipped butter)
• 2 tbsp flour
• Pepper, to taste
• 1 1/4 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese of your choice (we did a Mexican blend), divided
• *1/2 cup buffalo sauce  (this one is a healthier version with Avocado Oil)

                                                                                                                                          
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese (Step-by-Step)
Step #1 Prepare the chicken
I prepared the shredded chicken ahead of time by adding one large chicken breast to a slow cooker. Add chicken broth, some pepper, paprika, and if you would like, garlic and onion powder. Set on high for 3-4 hours until you can shred. Keep the lid closed and set aside until you are ready to make the macaroni and cheese.

Step #2 Prepare the pasta
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add in the macaroni and cook according to the packaged directions. Once it's done cooking, drain the pasta and set aside while you make the roux.

Step #3 Make the roux
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add in the flour and stir about 1-2 minutes until golden. Slowly pour in milk and whisk constantly for 3-5 minutes, until the sauce is thickened. Season with pepper. 

Step #4 Add the cheese
Stir in half (3/4 cup) of the cheese until melted and combined. Stir in the buffalo sauce and cooked macaroni shells. Add to a greased baking dish or pan.                                                                                 

Step #5 Add the chicken
Take the shredded chicken and spread on top of the macaroni and cheese. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Step #6 Top with more cheese
Top the chicken with the remaining shredded cheese.

Note: If you love super ooey gooey cheese, I would suggest adding at least one more cup of cheese from the original recipe.

Step #7 Bake
Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is golden. 

Step #8 Serve
Top with Italian Seasoning and more pepper and serve immediately.

Storage & Reheating Tips
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. Reheat in the microwave for 2 minutes or until warm.

What did you think about this buffalo chicken macaroni and cheese? Did you enjoy it? If so, I would love to see and hear your feedback! Please comment below or tag me on Instagram using the hashtag #savvywithabbie!

Enjoy Chicken Recipes? Try These:
Crispy Mozzarella Chicken Tenders with Rice and Green Beans
Easy Chicken Hibachi Bowl

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