One-Pot Creamy Buffalo Cheddar Chicken & Sausage Pasta
One-Pot Creamy Buffalo Cheddar Chicken & Sausage Pasta is a hearty, cheesy, and slightly spicy comfort food made with tender chicken, smoky sausage, pasta, and a rich buffalo cheddar sauce—all cooked in one pot for easy cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
- 8 oz smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or shells)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp sliced green onions or chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken and sausage; cook until browned.
- Stir in onion and garlic; cook 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Pour in buffalo sauce, chicken broth, and cream; stir to combine.
- Add dry pasta directly to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 12–15 minutes or until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with green onions or parsley if desired.
Notes
- Swap sausage for bacon for a smokier flavor.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a faster version.
- Add baby spinach or roasted red peppers for extra veggies.
- For a spicier dish, increase buffalo sauce or add cayenne pepper.
- Reduce buffalo sauce and add more cream for a milder flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1220mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
