Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta
A deliciously creamy and spicy pasta dish featuring shredded chicken and buffalo sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rigatoni)
Cooked chicken
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
Sauces and fats
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Dairy & Garnish
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and buffalo sauce; bring to a simmer. Stir in cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Mix in shredded chicken, cheddar, mozzarella, and sour cream. Cook until heated through.
- Combine sauce with cooked pasta, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve.
Notes
For extra spice, add more buffalo sauce or a dash of hot sauce.