BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese
Savor this BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese—creamy, cheesy comfort packed with flavor! Try it today for an easy dinner your family will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb cooked shredded chicken breast
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup milk (low-fat preferred)
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- 2. In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté the shredded chicken for 2-3 minutes.
- 3. Stir in BBQ sauce and spices until well-coated.
- 4. In another saucepan, heat milk and stir in cheeses until melted.
- 5. Combine pasta with cheese sauce and BBQ chicken mixture until evenly mixed.
- 6. Adjust seasoning if needed, then serve hot garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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