Buffalo Mac (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 ounces of uncooked macaroni.
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One and a half cups of shredded cooked chicken.
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Three tablespoons of softened butter.
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Three tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
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Two cups of whole milk.
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Four ounces of cream cheese.
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One and a half cups of mozzarella, shredded.
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One cup of sharp cheddar cheese, grated.
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A third of a cup of sour cream.
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Half a cup of spicy buffalo sauce.
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Half a teaspoon of both salt and black pepper.
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Half a teaspoon each of garlic and onion powder.
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Half a teaspoon of dry mustard powder.
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Tablespoon of butter for toasting panko.
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Half a tablespoon of olive oil for panko.
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Half a cup of seasoned crispy panko crumbs.
# Instructions:
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Oil your baking dish, cook macaroni until just done, and shred the chicken into small pieces.
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Whisk butter and flour in a small pan until smooth. Add milk, spices, cheeses, and sour cream. Pour in buffalo sauce, then mix in cooked chicken and pasta.
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In a pan, melt butter with olive oil, toast up the panko until it’s nicely browned, then sprinkle on top of the cheesy pasta.
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Pop it in the oven for 15 minutes until it’s warm and bubbling.
# Notes:
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Easy meal for cold nights.
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Adjust spice to suit your taste.
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Store-bought rotisserie chicken works great.
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Can prep ahead of time.
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Perfect snack for sports parties.
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Mix and match your favorite cheeses.