Buffalo Chicken Pasta
Buffalo Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that tantalizes your taste buds with its creamy, zesty flavors. This quick and easy recipe combines tender chicken pieces coated in spicy buffalo sauce, tossed with al dente pasta, and topped with a blend of gooey cheeses. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is not only delicious but also highly customizable. You can easily adjust the spice level or add your favorite vegetables to make it your own. Whether youre feeding a hungry family or hosting friends for dinner, Buffalo Chicken Pasta is sure to become a beloved staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar and mozzarella blend)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat with olive oil. Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces, season with salt and pepper, and saut until golden brown (about 7-10 minutes).
- In a pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Add buffalo sauce and heavy cream to the skillet with chicken. Simmer for about five minutes.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, mixing well to coat.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded cheese and fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg