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Buffalo Chicken Gouda Mac & Cheese

1052 kcal | 83g Protein | 65g Carbohydrates | 49g Fat
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Carb Noodles
Protein Chicken
Servings 4
Calorie 800< Calories

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 2 lbs chicken breast cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce store-bought
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

For the Mac & Cheese:

  • 2 cups shells or elbow macaroni
  • 1 cup shredded Gouda cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk whole or 2%
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper optional, for extra spice

For Garnish (optional):

  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped
  • Buffalo Sauce drizzled

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
    2 cups shells or elbow macaroni
  • Toss the cubed chicken with garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, and salt.
    2 lbs chicken breast, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp salt
  • Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. ear the chicken cubes for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Reduce heat to low and stir in the buffalo sauce, coating the chicken evenly. Remove from heat and set aside.
    2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • In a large jumbo cooker, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Slowly add the milk, whisking until smooth. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
    2 tbsp unsalted butter, 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, 2 cups milk
  • Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the Gouda, cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix until fully melted and creamy.
    1 cup shredded Gouda cheese, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Fold the cooked pasta into the cheese sauce, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Stir in the buffalo chicken mixture until well combined.
  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Transfer the mac and cheese to a large baking dish. Sprinkle with additional cheddar or Gouda if desired. Bake for 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  • Divide into meal prep containers. Garnish with green onions and drizzle with extra buffalo sauce if desired. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
    1/4 cup green onions, Buffalo Sauce

Nutrition

Calories: 1052kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 83gFat: 49gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 271mgSodium: 2342mgPotassium: 1327mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1417IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 801mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Creamy buffalo mac meal prep, Gouda mac with buffalo chicken, High-protein buffalo chicken mac and cheese
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