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Buffalo Chicken Pasta in a creamy sauce, garnished with fresh green onions, adding a burst of color and freshness to the dish.

Buffalo Chicken Pasta

A spicy, creamy, and tangy Buffalo Chicken Pasta that combines the bold flavors of buffalo chicken in a hearty meal.
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Course: Main dish
Cuisine: American, Spicy
Keyword: Buffalo chicken pasta, comfort food, easy weeknight dinner, spicy pasta
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 545kcal
Cost: $8

Ingredients

  • 1 chicken breast boneless, skinless, about ⅔ lb.
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder for seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder for seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper for seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon salt for seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil for frying
  • 2 tablespoon butter for richness
  • 8 oz. penne pasta uncooked, any short pasta will work
  • 15 oz. petite diced tomatoes with liquid, canned
  • 1½ cups chicken broth for moisture
  • 4 oz. cream cheese cut into chunks for creaminess
  • ¼ cup hot sauce for the signature spicy flavor
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce for a tangy boost
  • ½ cup Monterey jack cheese shredded, for melting
  • 2 green onions sliced, optional garnish

Instructions

  • Cut the chicken into ½-¾ inch pieces. Combine garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and salt, then sprinkle over the chicken. Toss the chicken to coat it evenly in the seasoning.
    Seasoned chunks of raw chicken being coated with spice mix, preparing them for cooking and adding a rich flavor.
  • Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. Add the chicken and allow it to brown on all sides, not fully cooking through yet.
  • Add the uncooked pasta, canned diced tomatoes (with liquid), and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to dissolve the browned bits from the skillet.
    Penne pasta, diced tomatoes, and chicken simmering together in a skillet, with chicken broth being poured in to enhance the flavor
  • Place a lid on the skillet and bring the broth to a strong simmer. Stir the pasta briefly, cover again, and reduce heat to medium-low. Let the pasta simmer for 10-12 minutes or until tender, stirring once or twice, replacing the lid after each stir.
  • Once the pasta is tender and most of the liquid absorbed, add the cream cheese, butter, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until the cream cheese has melted into the sauce
    Chicken pieces in a skillet, with tomato sauce and a few dollops of cream cheese, ready to be mixed into the pasta
  • Add the shredded Monterey jack cheese and stir until fully melted. Top with green onions and serve hot.
    A creamy pasta dish in a skillet, topped with shredded cheese, ready to be melted and mixed into the sauce.

Notes

This Buffalo Chicken Pasta is a spicy comfort food, perfect for any weeknight meal. The tangy hot sauce combined with creamy cheese and tender pasta makes for an unforgettable dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5cups | Calories: 545kcal (27%) | Carbohydrates: 46g (15%) | Protein: 30g (60%) | Fat: 26g (40%) | Saturated Fat: 10g (63%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 85mg (28%) | Sodium: 1193mg (52%) | Potassium: 600mg (17%) | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 4g (4%) | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 12mg (15%) | Calcium: 20mg (2%) | Iron: 10mg (56%)
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