Buffalo Chicken Pasta Recipe
This Buffalo Chicken Pasta recipe is loaded with creamy, cheesy, and spicy flavors. Made with simple ingredients like tender chicken, hot sauce, and pasta, it's the ultimate comfort food for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 12 oz penne pasta (or your choice of pasta)
- 1 cup Buffalo sauce (Frank’s RedHot or similar)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup green onions (optional garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in Buffalo sauce, chicken broth, heavy cream, and cream cheese. Whisk until smooth and combined.
- Add shredded chicken and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Toss in the cooked pasta and mix well to coat evenly.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with green onions, and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust the level of spice by increasing or reducing the Buffalo sauce.
- You can substitute cream cheese with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Add extra veggies like spinach or bell peppers for a more wholesome meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1180mg
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