XXX Buffalo Wing Mac & Cheese
Buckle up because we’re taking mac & cheese to the extreme this holiday season. This XXX Buffalo Wing Mac & Cheese recipe transforms your typical cheesy side dish into a deliciously intense experience that’ll make your heart race. Tabañero’s XXX Wing Sauce coats crispy chicken tenders for fire flavor backed by a rich, creamy pasta base. If you’re feeling brave, drizzle a little extra Limited Edition XXX Wing Sauce on top.
INGREDIENTS
- ¼ cup Tabañero XXX Wing Sauce
- 8 oz chicken tenders, diced
- 3 tbsp cream cheese
- 1 cup of cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese
- 3 tbsp all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 8oz cavatappi
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a medium bowl, combine ¼ cup of butter with Tabañero XXX Wing Sauce. Toss diced chicken tenders until full coated and set aside.
- Cook cavatappi according to the package instructions, drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, stirring constantly, until a light roux is formed.
- Once the roux has formed, gradually whisk in milk and let mixture simmer. Stir frequently.
- Turn the heat down to low and add mustard and ranch seasoning mix, stirring constantly until combined. After the spices are incorporated, add the cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Once cheese is melted, add the pasta and chicken and combine.
- Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and top with additional cheese if desired.
- Bake at 375℉ for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is bubbling and lightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with Tabañero XXX Wing Sauce, ranch or blue cheese, and serve!