Craving a spicy twist on classic mac and cheese that'll make your taste buds dance? Get ready to revolutionize your comfort food game with this mind-blowing Pressure Cooker Buffalo Macaroni Cheese! In just 25 minutes, you'll create a creamy, fiery dish that combines the ultimate comfort of cheesy pasta with the bold kick of buffalo sauce. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or satisfy a serious comfort food craving, this recipe is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by measuring them out precisely: measure the elbow macaroni, chicken broth, buffalo sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, and gather garlic powder and salt.
- Pour the chicken broth into the pressure cooker, then add the dry elbow macaroni. Ensure the macaroni is fully submerged in the broth.
- Close the pressure cooker lid securely and set to high pressure. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the pasta is al dente.
- Once cooking is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure to prevent overcooking the pasta.
- Open the lid and stir the pasta. If there is excess liquid, let it sit for 1-2 minutes to absorb.
- Add buffalo sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, garlic powder, and salt. Stir thoroughly to combine and create a creamy sauce.
- Continue stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and fully incorporated.
- Let the mac and cheese rest for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly before serving.
- Serve hot, optionally garnishing with additional buffalo sauce or chopped green onions if desired.
Tips
- Precision is key: Measure ingredients carefully to ensure the perfect balance of flavor and creaminess.
- Use fresh, high-quality cheddar cheese for the best melting and flavor.
- Be careful with the quick pressure release to prevent overcooking the pasta.
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to control the heat level - start with less and add more to taste.
- For extra richness, use whole milk instead of low-fat milk.
- If the sauce seems too thick, add a little more milk to achieve your desired consistency.
- Garnish with green onions or crispy bacon bits for added texture and flavor.
- Serve immediately for the best creamy texture and temperature.
- For a complete meal, consider adding shredded chicken or crispy bacon to the mac and cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 60mg
