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Buffalo Chicken Pasta Recipe

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This creamy and spicy Buffalo Chicken Pasta recipe combines tender shredded chicken, tangy buffalo sauce, and a blend of cheeses for a comforting meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. Ready in just 30 minutes, this pasta dish is sure to satisfy fans of classic Buffalo wings in a hearty, cheesy pasta format.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 1 pound Penne Pasta

Sauce

  • 1 package (8 ounces) Cream Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce (Frank’s Red Hot Wing Sauce)
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt

Chicken

  • 1 pound Chicken breast or thigh, cooked and shredded

Cheese

  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded

Optional Toppings

  • 1/4 cup Ranch or Blue Cheese Dressing

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Cook the penne pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside while preparing the sauce.
  2. Make Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and chicken broth. Simmer gently, stirring constantly until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
  3. Season Sauce: Add garlic powder and kosher salt to the sauce, whisking thoroughly to combine and maintain a smooth texture.
  4. Add Chicken: Stir the cooked, shredded chicken into the sauce until it is well incorporated and heated through.
  5. Combine Pasta and Cheese: Fold the cooked pasta and shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses into the sauce mixture, stirring until the cheeses begin to melt. Remove the skillet from heat to prevent overcooking.
  6. Serve: Serve the pasta warm, optionally drizzling with ranch or blue cheese dressing for added creaminess and a cooling contrast to the spicy buffalo sauce.

Notes

  • For best results, use freshly shredded cooked chicken for tender texture.
  • You can adjust the heat by varying the amount of buffalo sauce according to your spice preference.
  • Ranch or blue cheese dressing adds a cool, creamy balance but is optional.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave.

Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/buffalo-chicken-pasta-recipe/