Description
Indulge in the creamy and flavorful delight of Chicken Ranch Macaroni and Cheese. This stovetop mac and cheese dish is a perfect combination of tender chicken, cheesy goodness, and zesty ranch seasoning.
Ingredients
Elbow Macaroni:
12 oz,
Butter:
2 tablespoons,
All-Purpose Flour:
2 tablespoons,
Milk:
2 cups,
Cheddar Cheese (shredded):
1 cup,
Mozzarella Cheese (shredded):
1 cup,
Cream Cheese (softened):
½ cup,
Ranch Seasoning Mix:
1 packet (1 oz),
Cooked Shredded Chicken:
2 cups,
Garlic Powder:
½ teaspoon,
Black Pepper:
½ teaspoon,
Salt:
¼ teaspoon,
Chopped Green Onions (optional):
2 tablespoons (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Macaroni: Boil the macaroni until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, add milk, then season with ranch mix, garlic powder, pepper, and salt. Stir in cream cheese until smooth.
- Add Cheese and Chicken: Mix in cheddar and mozzarella until melted, then add chicken and cooked pasta, heating through.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Enhance with steamed broccoli or bacon bits.
- For a baked version, top with breadcrumbs and extra cheese, bake at 375°F for 15–20 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
