BBQ Rib Macaroni Skillet (Printer View)

Savory pork ribs with macaroni, cheese, and a smoky barbecue sauce baked to golden perfection.

# Components:

→ Meats

01 - 1 lb cooked pork ribs, meat removed from bone and shredded

→ Pasta

02 - 10 oz elbow macaroni

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce

06 - 1 1/4 cups barbecue sauce
07 - 1/2 cup chicken broth

→ Dairy

08 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
09 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Seasonings

10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
14 - Sliced green onions

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F.
02 - Prepare the macaroni according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
03 - In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, sauté the red onion and bell pepper for 4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
04 - Add shredded pork ribs, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt to the skillet. Warm through for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Stir in barbecue sauce and chicken broth. Mix well and simmer for 3 minutes to meld flavors.
06 - Fold cooked macaroni and half of the shredded cheddar cheese into the skillet mixture until evenly combined.
07 - Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and all mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
08 - Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
09 - Allow to rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with parsley and sliced green onions. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich BBQ flavor in every bite
  • One-skillet meal for easy cleanup
02 -
  • This dish contains dairy and gluten: check all labels for allergens
  • You can swap out pork for rotisserie chicken or jackfruit if needed
03 -
  • Use freshly shredded cheese for extra creaminess
  • To make it spicy, add a dash of hot sauce or chipotle powder before baking
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