Buffalo Chicken Pasta Recipe
This Buffalo Chicken Pasta recipe combines tender chicken, spicy buffalo sauce, creamy cheese, and pasta for a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or your choice)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped green onions, crumbled blue cheese, parsley
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add cooked chicken to the skillet and stir in the buffalo sauce. Heat until warmed through.
- Lower the heat and mix in cream cheese until melted. Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the buffalo chicken sauce. Mix until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper, then garnish with optional toppings. Serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by using mild or extra spicy buffalo sauce.
- Add vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1050mg
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