Description
If you’re a fan of bold, flavor-packed dishes, then you’re going to love our Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese Tacos! This incredible fusion of creamy mac and cheese, spicy buffalo chicken, and crispy taco shells is the ultimate comfort food with a kick. Prepare to have your taste buds taken on a wild ride!
Ingredients
- Cooked Chicken: Shredded rotisserie chicken or grilled/baked chicken breasts.
- Buffalo Sauce: Your favorite brand, choose mild, medium, or extra spicy.
- Elbow Macaroni: Classic pasta shape or other small varieties like penne or cavatappi.
- Cheddar Cheese: Shredded cheddar or a blend of cheeses like Monterey Jack or Colby.
- Milk: Essential for the cheese sauce.
- Butter: For creating the cheese sauce.
- Seasonings: Garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Tortillas: Small flour tortillas or corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- Toppings: Blue cheese crumbles and fresh chopped green onions.
Instructions
Cooking the Macaroni
Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the macaroni and set it aside.
Preparing the Cheese Sauce
In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking continuously, and cook until the sauce has thickened. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it’s melted and the sauce is velvety smooth.
Combining the Chicken and Cheese Sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with the buffalo sauce, mixing until the chicken is evenly coated. Add the cooked macaroni and the creamy cheese sauce, stirring everything together until the ingredients are well incorporated.
Assembling the Tacos
Warm the flour tortillas in a skillet or griddle over medium heat, flipping occasionally, until they’re pliable and slightly charred. Spoon the buffalo chicken mac and cheese mixture onto the center of each tortilla.
Garnishing and Serving
Top the tacos with a sprinkle of tangy blue cheese crumbles and freshly chopped green onions. Serve these delectable Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese Tacos immediately, and prepare to have your taste buds dazzled!
Notes
The beauty of this dish lies in its versatility. Feel free to customize with additional toppings, use different spices, or substitute ingredients to suit your dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1,120mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Buffalo Chicken, Mac & Cheese, Tacos, Comfort Food, Spicy