Buffalo Chicken Pasta
This Buffalo Chicken Pasta recipe combines the classic flavors of buffalo chicken wings with creamy pasta for a satisfying and flavorful meal. Perfect for a quick and easy dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Pasta:
- 12 ounces penne pasta
Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 pound cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
Sauce:
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 1 8-ounce block cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1 cup ranch dressing
Cheese:
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasoning:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- Sliced green onions for garnish optional
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil salted water and cook penne pasta. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In a skillet, melt butter, add garlic, buffalo sauce, and cream cheese. Stir until smooth. Add ranch dressing.
- Combine Chicken and Pasta: Add cooked chicken to the skillet. Mix in cooked pasta and toss to coat.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella over the pasta, cover, and melt the cheese.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust buffalo sauce for desired spice level.
- Top with blue cheese or bacon for extra crunch.