Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese (Stovetop & Oven Recipe!)

Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese in a round pan, straight out of the oven and ready to serve.

Easy Buffalo Chicken Recipe

If you enjoy an easy comfort food recipe that is ooey gooey, cheesy, juicy, tender, and flavorful, you will want to try this buffalo chicken macaroni and cheese. The mac and cheese combines cheesy goodness with a creamy texture from milk and whipped butter, buffalo sauce for a kick, and soft, tender chicken pieces. If you are like Kevin where you have to have some sort of meat in every meal, this is the one for you! This is comfort food, elevated. It’s a filling meal the whole family will love.

  • Total Cook Time: 4 1/2 hours (which includes 4 hours in the crockpot)
  • Family-Friendly: Absolutely, my teen, fiancé and I loved it!
  • Difficulty Level: Easy
  • Best Served With: A side of coleslaw or salad, garlic knots or breadsticks, and Asparagus or veggies

Why You Will Love This Creamy Mac and Cheese Recipe

This macaroni and cheese is one meal that you will want seconds, even thirds of. It's addicting, easy to make, and the best part is I let the chicken sit in the crockpot all day and spent 30 minutes in the evening putting everything together. I love slow cooker recipes for that reason. In between working, taking Jace to and from school, paying bills, and blogging, it's nice to have a simple, comfort food recipe that is enjoyed by all.

Other Macaroni and Cheese Recipes You May Love

If you love macaroni and cheese like we do, you may also like my:
Protein-Packed Homemade Macaroni and Cheese with Cottage Cheese
Copycat Chick-Fil-A Mac and Cheese
Creamy Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese with Rotisserie Chicken & Crispy Breadcrumbs

Ingredients for Buffalo Chicken

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Ingredients for the Macaroni and Cheese

  • 16 oz elbow macaroni pasta
  • 2 tbsp butter (we used whipped butter)
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • Pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese of your choice (we used a Mexican blend), divided
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (we used a healthier version with avocado oil)

How to Make Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese (Step-by-Step)

✓ Step #1: Prepare the chicken – Add one large chicken breast to a slow cooker with 2–3 cups chicken broth, paprika, and pepper. Set on high for 3–4 hours until the chicken shreds easily. Keep the lid closed and set aside until ready to use.

✓ Step #2: Cook the pasta – Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the elbow macaroni according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.

✓ Step #3: Make the roux – In a saucepan, melt 2 tbsp of butter over medium-high heat. Stir in 2 tbsp flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until golden. Slowly whisk in 1¼ cups milk and stir for 3–5 minutes, until thickened. Season with pepper.

The roux for buffalo chicken mac and cheese.

✓ Step #4: Add cheese and combine – Stir in ¾ cup of shredded cheese until melted. Mix in ½ cup buffalo sauce and the cooked macaroni. Pour into a greased baking dish or pan.

✓ Step #5: Add the chicken – Spread the shredded buffalo chicken on top of the mac and cheese. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Buffalo mac and cheese topped with shredded chicken, ready to go in the oven.

✓ Step #6: Add more cheese – Top with the remaining ¾ cup of cheese. Note: For extra cheesy mac, add an additional cup of cheese before baking.

Buffalo chicken macaroni and cheese ready for the oven.

✓ Step #7: Bake – Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Golden buffalo chicken macaroni and cheese right out of the oven.

✓ Step #8: Serve – Top with Italian seasoning and more pepper. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese served on a plate, ready to eat.

Storage & Reheating Tips

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4–5 days. Reheat in the microwave for 2 minutes or until warm.

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