Description
Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta is a delectable dish that brings together the rich, comforting textures of creamy sauce and the bold flavors of buffalo chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, this recipe allows you to create a mouthwatering meal in just 30 minutes. The combination of tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a zesty buffalo sauce creates an explosion of flavor in every bite. With the option to customize it with your favorite veggies or adjust the spice level, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 300 g pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 30 g unsalted butter
- 450 g chicken breast fillets
- 1 medium shallot
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 250 ml chicken stock
- 150 g light cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons buffalo wing sauce
- 2 tablespoons ranch sauce
- 100 g grated cheddar cheese
- 100 g grated Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta in boiling water for one minute less than package instructions. Reserve one cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large pan, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Cook chicken pieces for 6โ7 minutes until cooked through.
- Add shallot and garlic; sautรฉ for an additional 1โ2 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and chicken stock; bring to a simmer.
- Lower heat and mix in cream cheese until melted completely. Let bubble gently for about 1โ2 minutes.
- Stir in buffalo wing sauce and ranch dressing, then mix in drained pasta. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Fold in both cheeses until melted; season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Choose short pasta shapes like penne or rotini for better sauce adherence. Fresh ingredients enhance flavor; opt for fresh garlic and shallots when possible. Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.