Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 3 cups elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in milk, stirring continuously until smooth and thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Mix in BBQ sauce and shredded chicken, stirring to combine thoroughly.
- Add cooked macaroni to the cheese mixture and stir until coated evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy this flavorful BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese Delight.
Notes
- For extra smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika.
- Use cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Top with chopped green onions or crispy bacon for added texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg