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Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese

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A creamy, cheesy dish with a spicy kick, perfect for gatherings or game day. Easy to make in a slow cooker, using rotisserie chicken for convenience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Creamy base ingredients
  • 2 packages 8 ounces each of cream cheese, softened Use low-fat cream cheese for a healthier option.
  • 4 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie works well) Rotisserie chicken is recommended for convenience.
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot is a great choice) Adjust the amount for a milder flavor.
  • 1 cup ranch dressing An extra drizzle for topping is optional.
  • 1 oz envelope of dry ranch dressing mix
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Reserve 1 cup for topping.
Pasta ingredients
  • 16 ounces rotini pasta Can substitute with any pasta shape, but shorter types hold sauce better.
Toppings
  • to taste Green onions for topping (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine the softened cream cheese, shredded chicken, hot sauce, ranch dressing, dry ranch mix, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese in the slow cooker.
  2. Stir the mixture well until all the ingredients are blended together.
Cooking
  1. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 1.5 to 2 hours or on low for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
  2. About 30 minutes before serving, cook and drain the rotini pasta.
  3. Add the drained pasta to the slow cooker, mixing it with the buffalo chicken mixture.
  4. Top with the remaining cup of cheddar cheese and cover to allow it to melt.
Serving
  1. Garnish with sliced green onions and an extra drizzle of ranch dressing if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat servings in the microwave, adding a splash of milk if needed.
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