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May 13, 2025

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This One Pot Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese is a spicy, cheesy, and comforting dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Tender bite-sized chicken pieces are seasoned and seared, then combined with pasta cooked directly in garlic-infused broth. Heavy cream and buffalo sauce bring the heat and richness, while a blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan delivers the ultimate creamy texture. Finished with more cheese and a dash of milk for creaminess, this one-pot wonder is bold, flavorful, and ultra-satisfying.

One Pot Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese
One Pot Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese
One Pot Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese
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One Pot Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese

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Ingredients

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Milk and 5 other allergens identified

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Instructions

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Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
2
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Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
3
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In the same pan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
4
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Add uncooked pasta and stir to coat in garlic butter.
5
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Pour in broth and stir. Cook until pasta is al dente and most liquid is absorbed.
6
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Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Season again with the same spices used on the chicken.
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Stir in buffalo sauce, cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
8
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Return cooked chicken to the pan and mix well. If sauce is too thick, add a dash of milk until desired consistency is reached.
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Top with extra Parmesan and serve hot.
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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Buffalo Sauce Intensity Control 🌶️
    Start with half the recommended buffalo sauce and gradually add more to customize heat level, preventing an overwhelming spicy dish.
  • Cheese Melting Technique 🧀
    Remove the pot from direct heat when adding cheese to prevent separation and ensure a smooth, creamy texture by stirring gradually.
  • Pasta Water Magic 💧
    Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking liquid to adjust sauce consistency if the mac and cheese becomes too thick, maintaining perfect creaminess.
  • Chicken Prep Pro Tip 🔪
    Cut chicken into uniform, bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent flavor distribution throughout the dish.
  • One-Pot Layering Secret 🥘
    Season each ingredient layer separately - chicken first, then pasta, then cheese - to build complex, deep flavors in your mac and cheese.

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