Description
BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort dish, marrying creamy macaroni with rich cheese and tender BBQ chicken. Topped with a crunchy panko layer, this recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its smoky flavor and gooey goodness, it?s destined to be a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your choice of flavor)
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook seasoned chicken breasts in oil until golden brown and fully cooked (about 6 minutes per side). Let rest before shredding.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, whisk in flour to create a roux for about 2 minutes. Gradually add milk, stirring until thickened. Add half the cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, and cheese sauce until well coated.
- Pour into a greased baking dish, top with remaining cheddar cheese and panko breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter.
- Preheat oven to 350?F (175?C) and bake for about 25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg