Slow Cooker Smoky BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese: Indulgent Comfort Food
This Slow Cooker Smoky BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese is the ultimate indulgent comfort food that combines gooey cheese with smoky flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound elbow macaroni
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a slow cooker, combine the cooked macaroni, shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, and spices.
- Add milk and half of the cheddar cheese to the mixture and stir well.
- Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
- In the last 30 minutes of cooking, add the remaining cheese on top and cover until melted.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the mix.
- For a creamier texture, add more milk or cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Slow Cooker, BBQ Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Comfort Food