Ingredients
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- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked shredded BBQ chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, stir in flour to make a roux, cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk and cream, cook until thickened.
- Add shredded cheeses, stir until melted and smooth.
- Stir in BBQ chicken, season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Combine sauce with cooked pasta, toss to coat evenly.
- Serve hot, optionally topped with extra cheese and herbs.
Notes
- Use smoked paprika for authentic smoky flavor.
- You can substitute regular shredded chicken if BBQ is unavailable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg