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Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta

Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta That's Family-Friendly and Fun

This Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta combines comfort and flavor, making it a must-try for busy families seeking a delicious meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta (penne or rotini)
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Butter unsalted
  • 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1 medium Shallot finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock or vegetable broth
  • 8 ounces Light Cream Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Wing Sauce adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing or Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese grated
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese grated
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large pan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Boil Pasta: Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water for 1 minute less than the package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Cook Chicken: In a large pan over medium heat, warm olive oil and melt butter together. Add diced chicken pieces, cooking for about 6-7 minutes until they are thoroughly cooked and no longer pink inside.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Introduce shallots and garlic to the pan, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until they're fragrant and softened.
  4. Build Sauce: Mix in the tomato paste, followed by the chicken stock. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat.
  5. Incorporate Cream Cheese: Stir in the light cream cheese, letting it blend into the sauce until completely melted and bubbling for about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add Sauces: Pour in the buffalo wing sauce and ranch dressing, mixing until fully integrated.
  7. Combine with Pasta: Gently fold in the drained pasta, gradually adding reserved water until the dish reaches desired creamy consistency.
  8. Finish with Cheese: Sprinkle in the grated cheeses, stirring until they melt into the sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with chopped green onions for extra crunch and flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 2 months.

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