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Buffalo Macaroni And Cheese

Cultural Context

Buffalo Macaroni and Cheese is a beloved American comfort food that combines the creamy, cheesy goodness of macaroni and cheese with the spicy kick of buffalo sauce. This dish is often associated with gatherings and parties, where its bold flavors and hearty texture make it a favorite among guests. In recent years, variations have emerged, including vegetarian options and different types of cheese, making it a versatile dish enjoyed by many.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs chicken breast
3 tablespoons ranch dressing seasoning
pepper
1 box protein pasta
2 cups low fat cottage cheese
2 cups shredded cheese
1/2 cup Frank's Red Hot
2 tablespoons Fairlife milk
fresh cilantro

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheddar

💰Cheaper: colby jack cheese

Colby jack is often less expensive and melts well.

1

Add 2 lbs of chicken breast to a Crock-Pot.

2

Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of ranch dressing seasoning and pepper over the chicken.

3

Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours.

4

Once the chicken is done cooking, shred it up.

5

Boil water in a pot and add the box of protein pasta.

6

In a blender, combine 2 cups of low fat cottage cheese, 2 cups of shredded cheese, and 1/2 cup of Frank's Red Hot.

7

To thin out the cheese sauce, add 2 tablespoons of Fairlife milk and blend until smooth.

8

Add the cheese sauce to the shredded chicken and mix well.

9

Add the cooked protein pasta to the chicken and cheese mixture and mix thoroughly.

10

Garnish with fresh cilantro on top.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsauce makingbaking

Equipment Needed

Crock-Potblenderpot

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheateggs

Also Known As

Buffalo Mac and CheeseBuffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese

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