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BBQ Chicken Nuggets with Mac and Cheese

Name: BBQ Chicken Nuggets with Mac and Cheese
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 (11 oz) breaded chicken; 1 (6 oz) packet BBQ sauce; 1 (26 oz) tray macaroni & cheese

BBQ Chicken Nuggets with Mac and Cheese combines crispy, sauce-coated chicken nuggets with rich and creamy mac and cheese for a satisfying comfort meal that appeals to both kids and adults.

🌍American 🏷️Chicken 🏷️Bbq 🏷️Macaroni and cheese 🏷️Mac and cheese 🏷️Nuggets

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Total

Servings

Difficulty

Medium

Est. Cost

$10–$16

Recipe Source

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From Recette Magazine

Ingredients

2 (11 oz) breaded chicken
1 (6 oz) packet BBQ sauce
1 (26 oz) tray macaroni & cheese

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Instructions

1
Run BBQ sauce under warm water to thaw, and set aside at room temperature during the cook.
2
Place breaded chicken in a Suvie pan and place pan in the Top Zone of Suvie.
3
Remove plastic from macaroni and cheese, and place tray in a Suvie pan. Place pan in the bottom zone of Suvie. Input settings and cook now or schedule (be sure to select "Yes" when asked if cooking from frozen).
4
Bottom Zone: Bake 350°F for 30 minutes. Top Zone: Roast 375°F for 20 minutes
5
Remove pans from Suvie. Stir mac and cheese and season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide mac and cheese between plates. Divide breaded chicken between plates and serve with BBQ sauce.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Toss hot nuggets with BBQ sauce immediately after cooking so the sauce adheres and caramelizes slightly.
Heat the mac and cheese in a separate pan or microwave to prevent the nuggets from losing crispness.
For extra texture, reserve some uncoated nuggets to maintain crunch alongside sauced ones.

Substitutions

BBQ sauce → buffalo sauce, teriyaki glaze, or honey mustard (changes flavor profile)
Breaded chicken nuggets → homemade nuggets or chicken tenders (requires cooking time adjustment)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat nuggets in the oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes to restore crispness, and warm mac and cheese gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk.

Common Questions

Can I use frozen chicken nuggets?

Yes, the recipe calls for breaded chicken nuggets. Bake or air-fry according to package directions, then toss with BBQ sauce.

How do I make the mac and cheese less creamy?

Use less sauce or drain some of the liquid from the tray before serving. Alternatively, add pasta or breadcrumbs to stretch it.

Can I prepare this ahead of time?

Cook the nuggets and reheat just before serving for crispness. Mac and cheese can be made ahead and reheated gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk.