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Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
#Buffalo #Chicken #Mac #and #Cheese

This buffalo chicken mac and cheese is crispy chicken tossed with pasta in a spicy and creamy cheese sauce, then garnished with chopped celery. A unique take on macaroni and cheese  that's sure to be a total crowd pleaser!

Ingredients

• 12 ounces frozen breaded chicken tenders
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 2 1/2 cups water
• 4 cups milk
• 16 ounces short pasta such as cavatappi or elbow macaroni
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon ranch powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 2 ounces cream cheese cut into cubes
• 1/3 cup buffalo wing sauce plus 2 tablespoons for garnish
• 1/4 cup diced celery
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions

Instructions

1. Bake the chicken fingers according to package directions. Coarsely chop the chicken. Reserve 1/2 cup of chicken pieces for garnish.
2. Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the flour, then whisk until combined, about 30 seconds.
3. Pour in the water and whisk until smooth and just thickened. 
4. Add the milk and .........
5. .............

Original Article from dinneratthezoo.com

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