Description
A comforting blend of barbecue and mac and cheese, this Crockpot BBQ Chicken Mac & Cheese is a creamy, cheesy dish with tender chicken and a smoky BBQ sauce, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a slow cooker, combine the cooked macaroni, shredded chicken, and BBQ sauce. Stir well, ensuring everything is coated.
- In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and milk until smooth and creamy.
- Carefully fold the creamy mixture into the macaroni and chicken.
- Add in the shredded cheddar cheese and mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper according to your preferences.
- Cover and cook on low for 120-180 minutes, allowing the dish to heat through.
- Just before serving, stir thoroughly and garnish with green onions if desired.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare components a day in advance. Cooking alternatives: Bake at 350°F for 30-40 minutes. Customize with veggies or different cheeses.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Crockpot, BBQ, Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food, Easy Recipe