BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese
Creamy, cheesy, smoky, and easy enough for any weeknight, this BBQ chicken mac and cheese turns simple ingredients into a cozy family dinner.
Servings: 6
Calories: 533kcal
Equipment
- Large pot
- Whisk
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Colander
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese blend
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente according to the package directions. Drain well and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken and BBQ sauce. Stir until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Return the pot to the stove over medium heat. Add the butter and let it melt completely.
- Sprinkle in the flour and whisk constantly for 1 minute to form a smooth paste.
- Gradually pour in the milk, whisking the whole time to keep the sauce smooth. Continue cooking for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Reduce the heat to low. Add the shredded cheese a handful at a time, stirring after each addition until melted.
- Season the sauce with salt and black pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta and BBQ chicken mixture to the pot. Stir well until everything is hot and coated in sauce.
- Spoon into bowls, top with fresh parsley, and serve right away.
Notes
- Shred your own cheese if you can. It melts more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese.
- Keep the heat low once the cheese goes in so the sauce stays creamy.
- If the sauce thickens too much, stir in a splash of milk before serving.
- A smoky or slightly spicy BBQ sauce gives this dish even more flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 533kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 773mg | Potassium: 445mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 574IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 316mg | Iron: 2mg
