Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cooked BBQ chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in cheddar cheese, Parmesan, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until cheese melts.
- Mix cooked macaroni and BBQ chicken in a large bowl. Pour cheese sauce over and mix well.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish and top with extra cheese if desired.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Notes
- For extra smoky flavor, use smoked paprika or add a dash of liquid smoke.
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken for BBQ chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Includes dairy and gluten
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
