Buffalo Chicken Pasta Recipe
This Buffalo Chicken Pasta recipe combines tender chicken, spicy buffalo sauce, and creamy pasta for a flavorful dish that’s sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini work well)
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: sliced green onions, crumbled blue cheese, or parsley
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in buffalo sauce, cream cheese, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
- Add shredded chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes, coating it in the sauce.
- Mix in the cooked pasta, ensuring it's fully coated.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with green onions, blue cheese, or parsley, if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the level of spiciness by using mild or extra-hot buffalo sauce.
- Add a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
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