Description
A creamy and smoky twist on classic mac and cheese with tender BBQ chicken.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until melted and smooth.
- Add garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the cheese sauce.
- Stir in cooked macaroni and shredded chicken until well coated.
- Fold in BBQ sauce, reserving a little for drizzling on top if desired.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra BBQ sauce or chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.