Description
A quick and easy one-pot creamy buffalo chicken pasta recipe that combines tender chicken, flavorful buffalo sauce, and a creamy sauce for a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 lb. chicken, cubed
- 2 tsp. garlic, minced
- 2 c. heavy cream
- 1 c. chicken broth
- 1/2 lb. pasta (rigatoni, penne, shells, etc.)
- 1/4 c. buffalo wing sauce
- 1 c. grated Parmesan
- 1/4 c. bleu cheese crumbles
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken and onion: In a deep skillet, saute the onions and chicken in 1 Tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat for 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- Add liquids and pasta: Pour in the heavy cream, chicken broth, and pasta. Bring the mixture to a boil and immediately reduce to low heat. Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked to your preferred tenderness.
- Incorporate the buffalo sauce and cheese: Stir in the buffalo wing sauce and Parmesan cheese to combine everything. Sprinkle the bleu cheese crumbles on top.
- Serve: Serve immediately while warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of buffalo wing sauce to your preferred heat level.
- This dish works well with any short pasta like rotini or ziti.
- Substitute bleu cheese crumbles with ranch dressing if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (of 2-3 total)
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
