Description
Buffalo Chicken Pasta is a delicious and spicy dish that combines tender chicken, pasta, and a creamy buffalo sauce for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, combine the shredded chicken and buffalo sauce over medium heat.
- Add the cream cheese and ranch dressing, stirring until melted and well combined.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and half of the cheddar cheese, stirring until everything is coated.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese and green onions.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to your spice preference.
- For a healthier option, use whole wheat pasta.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Buffalo Chicken Pasta, Spicy Pasta, Chicken Pasta Recipe