🧀 Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese Bake – The Ultimate Comfort Fusion

 

A mash-up of two all-American classics—mac & cheese and buffalo chicken—this Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese Bake is crispy, creamy, and spicy-sweet. Perfect for “easy dinner recipes,” “game-day snacks,” and “comfort food mashups,” it’ll drive clicks and shares in the U.S. and beyond.

Ingredients

1. 12 oz elbow macaroni

2. 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or poached)

3. 2 tbsp buffalo wing sauce (plus extra for drizzling)

4. 3 tbsp unsalted butter

5. 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

6. 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)

7. 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar

8. 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack

9. ½ cup panko breadcrumbs

10. 2 tbsp melted butter

11. 2 stalks green onions, sliced

12. Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 °F. Cook macaroni until just al dente; drain and set aside.

2. In a saucepan, melt 3 tbsp butter, whisk in flour, cook 1 min. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and bubbling.

3. Remove from heat; stir in cheddar and Monterey Jack until melted. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Toss macaroni with cheese sauce, shredded chicken, and 2 tbsp buffalo sauce. Spread into a greased 9×13″ dish.

5. Mix panko and melted butter; sprinkle over top. Bake 20–25 min until golden and bubbly.

6. Drizzle with extra buffalo sauce and garnish with green onions before serving.

Pro Tips

• Use half-and-half instead of milk for extra creaminess.

• Swap panko for crushed tortilla chips for crunch and flavor.

• Add blue cheese crumbles for a true buffalo-style twist.

Final Thoughts

This Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese Bake checks every box: gooey cheese, bold spice, and crispy topping. It’s a guaranteed hit for “easy weeknight dinners” and “football-watch party” searches. Don’t forget to tag #DaillyRecipes when you share this comfort-food mashup!