Tini's Viral Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350F. Butter a 9x13 baking dish. Cook cavatappi al dente, drain.
2. Toss chicken with ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, pepper. Sear in oil until cooked through, 3-5 min.
3. Melt butter with smoked paprika, salt, garlic powder, pepper. Add flour, cook 3-5 min. Stir in chicken and hot sauce.
4. Whisk in evaporated milk slowly, then heavy cream and Dijon. Reduce heat, slowly whisk in 5 cups grated cheese until smooth.
5. Combine pasta with cheese sauce. Layer pasta and cheese in baking dish, ending with cheese.
6. Bake 25-30 min until bubbly. Broil 2 min until golden. Top with hot sauce, ranch seasoning, chives.