Description
A comforting blend of BBQ chicken and creamy mac & cheese, slow-cooked to perfection for a heartwarming meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: green onions or additional cheese
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: Start by adding the cooked macaroni, shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, cream cheese, and milk to your slow cooker. Stir gently until everything is well mixed.
- Season: Sprinkle in the garlic powder, salt, and pepper, ensuring that those flavors permeate every bite perfectly.
- Add cheese: Top your mixture with the shredded cheddar cheese, creating a cheesy blanket that will melt away beautifully.
- Slow cook: Cover your crockpot and set it on low. Allow it to cook for 240-360 minutes. This is the magic time when flavors meld, and the cheese transforms into an ooey-gooey delight.
- Final touches: Stir well before serving, making sure every bite is infused with BBQ goodness. Add your optional toppings for a burst of freshness and texture.
Notes
Make the night before and store in the fridge for a quick start in the morning. You can also use an air fryer or oven at 350°F for 30-40 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 300 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Crockpot, BBQ Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food, Slow Cooker