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Crockpot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

Savory Crockpot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese for Cozy Nights

Enjoy a comforting bowl of Crockpot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese that brings together gooey cheese and smoky chicken for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Elbow Macaroni Feel free to substitute with gluten-free pasta
For the Chicken
  • 3 cups Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken works best
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce Homemade BBQ sauce can elevate the flavor
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Opt for Greek yogurt for a healthier choice
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Milk Any milk variety including non-dairy options works well
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Sauté fresh onions for added texture if desired
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • to taste Salt Omit if your chicken or BBQ sauce is salty
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Experiment with other cheese types if you like

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

How to Make Crockpot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese
  1. Grease the Crockpot with cooking spray or olive oil for easy cleanup.
  2. Cook elbow macaroni in boiling water for 7-8 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In the greased crockpot, combine cooked macaroni, shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, cream cheese, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
  4. Gently fold in 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, reserving 0.5 cup for topping.
  5. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  6. Sprinkle the reserved cheddar cheese on top about 15 minutes before serving.
  7. Serve warm, drizzled with extra BBQ sauce or garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Top with crispy fried onions for extra crunch and flavor.

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