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Crockpot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

Indulgent Crockpot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese You’ll Crave

This Crockpot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese is a creamy, flavorful twist on a childhood favorite that’s perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta

  • 8 oz Elbow Macaroni substitute gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version

For the Chicken

  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience

For the Sauce

  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce choose your favorite store-bought or homemade
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Neufchâtel cheese can be a lighter substitute
  • 1 cup Milk any type of milk works

For Flavoring

  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder substitute with fresh garlic if desired
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder optional based on preference
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp Salt to taste

For the Cheese

  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese can substitute with Monterey Jack

Instructions
 

How to Make Crockpot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

  • Prep Crockpot: Grease the crockpot generously with cooking spray or olive oil to prevent sticking.
  • Cook Pasta: Boil elbow macaroni in salted water until al dente, about 7-9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Combine Ingredients: In the greased crockpot, stir together the cooked macaroni, shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, cream cheese, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
  • Add Cheese: Gently fold in 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, saving 0.5 cup for later.
  • Cooking Time: Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Finalize Cheese: About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the reserved cheese on top and cover.
  • Serve: Stir the mac and cheese well before serving hot.

Notes

Consider garnishing with a drizzle of BBQ sauce or fresh herbs for an extra touch!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg
Keyword comfort food, Crockpot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese, Easy Dinner, Family-Friendly, mac and cheese, Slow Cooker
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