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BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese is a comforting dish that combines juicy chicken and creamy pasta with smoky BBQ sauce for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Macaroni Can swap with penne or rotini.
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Sharp and rich flavor.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Provides creaminess.
  • 2 cups Milk Essential for smooth texture.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Adds richness.
  • 4 tablespoons Flour Thickens the sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds sweet-savory note.
  • to taste Salt Vital for flavor.
  • to taste Pepper Vital for flavor.
For the Flavor
  • ½ cup BBQ Sauce Choose your favorite.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Large Pot
  • medium saucepan
  • Colander

Method
 

Main Instructions
  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet with olive oil for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Shred the cooked chicken.
  2. Boil salted water in a large pot, add macaroni, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, then gradually add milk, stirring until thickened. Add garlic and onion powder.
  4. Stir in cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  5. Combine macaroni and chicken with the cheese sauce and BBQ sauce, mixing until fully coated.
  6. Serve warm, optionally drizzled with more BBQ sauce or garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 45gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite BBQ sauce or additional vegetables. Experiment with different cheeses for varied flavors.

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