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May 13, 2025

This Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese is a creamy, spicy dream for heat lovers. Tender pasta is tossed in a luscious cheese sauce made with garlic, heavy cream, buffalo sauce, and a blend of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan. Bite-sized chicken—grilled or fried—is coated in extra buffalo sauce and folded in for a bold, savory kick. Finished with a broiled cheese crust and more Parmesan, this one-pot comfort food delivers flavor, texture, and indulgence in every bite.

16 Ingredients

Ingredients

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Warning0 allergens identified

Instructions

Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.

In a large pan over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.

Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer.

Add buffalo sauce, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley. Whisk together and simmer briefly.

Stir in mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses until a silky sauce forms.

Coat chicken pieces in extra buffalo sauce.

Add cooked pasta, buffalo chicken, and a splash of pasta water to the sauce. Stir to combine.

Top with more cheese and broil for 5 minutes or until lightly browned.

Garnish with extra Parmesan and serve hot.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Cheese Sauce Smoothness 🧀
Grate your own cheese and bring it to room temperature before adding to the sauce to prevent clumping and ensure a silky-smooth texture.
Buffalo Sauce Balance 🌶️
Control the heat by gradually adding buffalo sauce and tasting, allowing you to customize the spice level without overwhelming the dish.
Pasta Water Magic 💦
Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining - its starchy consistency helps bind the sauce and creates a more luxurious mac and cheese.
Crispy Cheese Topping Technique 🔥
For the perfect broiled cheese crust, place the mac and cheese under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, rotating frequently to prevent burning.
Chicken Preparation Pro Tip 🍗
Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure maximum buffalo sauce adherence and achieve a more flavorful, crispy exterior.

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