BUFFALO CHICKEN CHILI MAC FOR OLYMPIANS - RACHAEL RAY

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I haven't made this yet, but I saw it on the Rachael Ray show yesterday and it sounds delicious! She concocted this recipe for the US Olympics team.

Provided by Sommer_K

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 large carrot, peeled and finely chopped
1 large onion, chopped
3 celery ribs, finely chopped
5 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups chicken stock
1/4-1/2 cup hot sauce, depending on how hot you like it
1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 lb whole wheat elbow macaroni
1/2 cup monterey jack pepper cheese
2 scallions, root ends removed and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • To make cutting the chicken easier, place it into the freezer for about 15 minutes until it firms up slightly but isn't frozen through. This will let you cut it up quickly into small pieces.
  • Preheat broiler and place a large pot of salted water over high heat to bring up to a boil for the whole wheat elbow macaroni.
  • Place a large pot over medium-high heat and add 2 turns of the pan of EVOO, about 2 tablespoons. Add the chicken bits and brown them, about 5-6 minutes. Add the carrot, onion, celery, garlic, paprika, bay leaf and some salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook the veggies, stirring frequently, until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add the chicken stock and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the hot sauce and crushed tomatoes, and bring up to a bubble. Simmer the chili for 8-10 minutes to let the flavors come together and thicken it slightly.
  • While the chili is simmering, toss the pasta into the boiling salted water and cook until al dente according to package directions. Once cooked, drain the pasta and toss it into the chili, then transfer everything to a casserole dish. Sprinkle the cheeses evenly over the top and place it under the broiler until the cheeses have melted and the top is golden brown, 2-3 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the chopped scallions over the top and watch this one disappear in no time.

zamin aslanov
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This was so easy to make and it tasted amazing! I will definitely be making this again.


Fabi Findlay
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the chili was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Sabina Rajbhandari
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I'm not a big fan of buffalo chicken, but I thought I would try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the chili was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Zaid Ahamad
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the chili was flavorful and had just the right amount of heat.


sathish hadal
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the chili was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Desire Mboowa
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This was so easy to make and it tasted amazing! I will definitely be making this again.


Sherry Khan
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This dish was a little too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. I will try it again with less cayenne pepper next time.


speed of light
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This was a great recipe! I made it for my family and they loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the chili was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Yeamin Hossen
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I'm not a big fan of buffalo chicken, but I thought I would try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the chili was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Zackaryah Garza
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the chili was flavorful and had just the right amount of heat.


Hania Magdy
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This dish was a little too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. I will try it again with less cayenne pepper next time.


kibirige Kennth
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the chili was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Zahra Kss
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This was so easy to make and it tasted amazing! I will definitely be making this again.


Amara V. Komara
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! I used ground turkey instead of chicken, and I added some extra vegetables to the chili. It was a great way to use up some leftover turkey, and my family loved it.


Ariel Santos
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This Buffalo Chicken Chili Mac was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the chili was flavorful and had just the right amount of heat. The macaroni was cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce was creamy and gooey. I will definit