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Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta
Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta
A rich and comforting dish that blends the bold flavors of buffalo chicken with creamy pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Pasta
- 12 ounces Pasta (rotini or penne) Your favorite type of pasta.
Chicken
- 2 cups Cooked, shredded chicken breast Use rotisserie chicken or poach chicken breasts.
Sauce
- 1 cup Buffalo sauce Choose your preferred brand or make homemade.
- 8 ounces Cream cheese Block of cream cheese for creaminess.
- 1 cup Heavy cream Enhances the creaminess of the sauce.
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Adds depth and cheesy flavor.
Garnish
- 1 handful Sliced green onions Provides fresh crunch and color.
Seasonings
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Cooking Oil
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil For sautéing the chicken.
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. If using uncooked chicken, season with salt and pepper, then sauté for 6-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked. If using rotisserie chicken, shred and set aside.
- Remove cooked chicken from skillet and let cool slightly before shredding into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and add cream cheese. Allow it to soften and melt, stirring until creamy and smooth.
- Gradually pour in heavy cream, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens and is velvety.
- Add buffalo sauce to the cream mixture, stirring until fully incorporated. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Add shredded chicken back into the skillet and mix well. Toss in cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Sprinkle in shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted. Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions.
Notes
This dish is versatile and can be served as a main or side. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.