Buffalo Chicken Mac And Cheese

A Flavor Punch

Buffalo chicken mac and cheese offers a spicy twist on a classic family dinner idea. This irresistible pasta recipe combines creamy, cheesy goodness with a kick of spicy buffalo sauce. We’ve always been long-time fans of all things buffalo flavored (especially Buffalo Wings, Buffalo Pasta Salad, Buffalo Chicken Dip). Add those flavors with cheesy pasta, and you have a definitely win for the entire family.

Ingredients

PREP TIME: 30 minutes
COOK TIME: 15 minutes

3-4 cups elbow macaroni, 12 ounces – you can use other small shapes like cavatappi, rotini, or penne 1 teaspoon salt 1 rotisserie-roasted chicken, chopped or shredded – Leftover grilled chicken, shredded chicken breasts, or even canned chicken can be used in place of the rotisserie chicken 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1½ cups milk – whole milk will give a creamier texture, but a lower fat milk can be used. 1½ cups half and half 2½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided – or use mild or sharp cheddar cheese, spicier pepper jack, or a colby jack for a milder flavor. 2½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided – or substitute it with mozzarella cheese for a more stretchy texture. pinch ground black pepper – for a spicier dish, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes. ¼-⅓ cup hot sauce, such as Frank’s® Redhot®, or more to taste – Choose your favorite hot sauce to adjust the spice level to your preference. Sriracha or Tabasco sauce would also work. ½ cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese, divided – For a milder flavor, try crumbled bleu cheese.