Buffalo Chicken Pasta

Get ready to spice up mealtime with this creamy, flavorful Buffalo Chicken Pasta! This one-pot wonder combines al dente penne pasta with tender, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts and a rich, tangy buffalo cheese sauce made with cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and a splash of heavy cream. Infused with the bold heat of buffalo wing sauce and balanced by creamy textures, this dish is the ultimate comfort food with a zesty twist. Topped with fresh green onions and optional parsley for a pop of freshness, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 40 minutes and is perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests who crave bold flavors. Serve it warm and watch this irresistible pasta dish become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Penne pasta
• 2 large Chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 cup Buffalo wing sauce
• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 2 tbsp Parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions for al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium-low and add the buffalo wing sauce and cream cheese to the skillet used for cooking the chicken. Stir until the cream cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.

Step 5

Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and incorporated into the creamy sauce.

Step 6

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly in the buffalo cheese sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 7

Gently fold in the sliced chicken and cook together for 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.

Step 8

Serve the Buffalo Chicken Pasta in bowls, garnished with chopped green onions and fresh parsley, if desired. Enjoy warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1612.6 grams (1612.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4407

Total Fat 263.10g	337%
Saturated Fat 130.00g	650%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.70g
Cholesterol 919mg	306%
Sodium 8903mg	387%
Total Carbohydrate 277.60g	101%
Dietary Fiber 14.00g	50%
Total Sugars 12.90g
Protein 210.00g	420%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1128mg	87%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 1240mg	26%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.8%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 25.7%