A hearty skillet dish with tender pork ribs, creamy macaroni, cheddar, and tangy barbecue sauce.
# Ingredient list:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb cooked pork ribs, meat 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 tsp smoked paprika
11 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
12 - 1/4 tsp salt
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
14 - Sliced green onions
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - Cook elbow macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
03 - In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, sauté red onion and bell pepper for 4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
04 - Stir in shredded rib meat, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Heat through for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
05 - Add barbecue sauce and chicken broth to the skillet. Mix thoroughly and simmer for 3 minutes.
06 - Fold cooked macaroni and half of the shredded cheddar cheese into the sauce mixture until evenly combined.
07 - Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese and mozzarella evenly over the top.
08 - Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
09 - Allow to rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and sliced green onions before serving.
