BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese (Print Version)
Smoky BBQ chicken, creamy cheese, and tender pasta come together for the ultimate comfort food dinner.
# Ingredients:
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450g chicken breast, cooked and shredded
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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225g elbow macaroni or pasta of choice
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 cup low-fat milk
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1/2 cup BBQ sauce
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
# Steps:
01 -
Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes to warm through. Stir in the BBQ sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken in the sauce.
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In a separate saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat. Stir in the cheddar and mozzarella cheese, continuing to stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
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Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce, stirring to combine. Then, fold in the BBQ chicken mixture and continue stirring until everything is well mixed. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
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Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.