Description
BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese is a comforting dish that perfectly marries the smoky sweetness of BBQ chicken with the creamy indulgence of cheesy pasta. This delightful recipe features tender shredded chicken coated in a tangy BBQ sauce, combined with elbow macaroni and a rich cheddar-mozzarella cheese blend. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying meal, making it ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the BBQ sauce’s spiciness to suit your taste. Serve it hot, and watch as everyone relishes this high-protein delight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Smoked paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; sauté shredded chicken for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
- Stir in BBQ sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- In a separate saucepan, heat milk over medium heat; stir in cheddar and mozzarella until melted and smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta with cheese sauce; gently fold in BBQ chicken mixture until well mixed.
- Adjust seasoning if needed; serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg