BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese: A Delicious Recipe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
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- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked shredded BBQ chicken
- 1/4 cup bread crumbs
- Preparation Instructions:
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, whisk in flour to create a roux.
- Gradually add milk, stirring until simmering and thickened.
- Stir in salt and cheeses until melted.
- Fold in shredded BBQ chicken and combine with macaroni.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and top with breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Helpful Notes:
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 895mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 91mg