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Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipe

Crockpot buffalo chicken mac and cheese is a creamy and spicy easy crock pot meal. We love this as an easy weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time4 hours 45 minutes
Total Time5 hours
Course: Main Dish Recipes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 445kcal
Author: Aileen Clark

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 ounces elbow pasta
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 8 ounces shredded colby jack cheese

Instructions

  • Combine chicken, chicken broth, wing sauce, and garlic powder inside crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Shred chicken with two forks.
  • Add uncooked pasta and stir until fully covered. Cook on high for 45 minutes or until fully cooked.
  • Add butter to a sauce pan over medium heat.
  • Heat until butter is melted.
  • Whisk in flour then slowly pour in milk while whisking until smooth.
  • Whisk in cheese until melted and smooth.
  • Add cheese sauce to the crockpot and mix well.
  • Serve & enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 11/2 cups | Calories: 445kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium: 1121mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g