Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

  • Chicken Breast Tenders
  • ½ cup butter
  • Franks Wing sauce

For the Mac and Cheese:

  • Rotini Noodles
  • Shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 16 oz)
  • Jar of cheese wiz (15 oz)
  • 1 stick of butter (divided)
  • 4 tablespoons flour
  • 6 cups of milk
  • 1 egg

 

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:

  • In a slow cooker, add your chicken breast tenders and ½ cup of butter. Top with Franks Wing sauce.
  • Set the slow cooker on low and let the chicken cook until it's completely tender and infused with the spicy buffalo flavor.
  1. Make the Cheese Sauce:
    • In a saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir well to combine, creating a smooth roux.
    • Gradually add the milk, stirring continuously until the mixture bubbles slightly and thickens.
    • Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until it's completely melted. Then, mix in the cheese wiz until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
    • Temper in the egg by slowly adding a bit of the hot cheese sauce to the beaten egg, then mix it back into the saucepan.
  2. Cook the Pasta:
    • Meanwhile, boil the rotini noodles according to the package directions. Strain and set aside.
  3. Combine and Bake:
    • In a large baking dish, combine the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, folding them together until the pasta is well-coated.
    • Top with the shredded buffalo chicken from the slow cooker.
    • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes, until the dish is bubbly and golden brown.

Enjoy this deliciously creamy and spicy Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese, perfect for a comforting meal or a crowd-pleasing dish at your next gathering! 🍽️🔥