Buffalo Chicken Pasta

Buffalo Chicken Pasta is a flavorful dish that combines the zesty taste of buffalo chicken with the comforting elements of pasta. It's a popular fusion recipe that brings together the classic flavors of Buffalo wings and the heartiness of pasta, making it a perfect choice for those who enjoy spicy and savory dishes!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Italian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 603kcal

Author Whitney Wright

Ingredients

2 cups rotisserie chicken cut into bite size pieces, or cooked shredded chicken
1/2 cup ranch dressing
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup yellow onion diced
1 stick celery diced
1 teaspoon garlic minced
14.5 oz diced tomatoes undrained
4 cups chicken broth
14 oz pasta
1/2 cup buffalo sauce
8 oz cream cheese very soft, and cubed
1 cup sharp cheddar shredded
4 oz fresh mozzarella cubed
pinch red pepper flakes

Instructions

Add the chicken to a medium bowl. Mix the ranch into the chicken and set aside while you make the pasta.
In a large pot over medium heat melt the butter. Add the onion and celery and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Pour in the diced tomatoes (undrained) and chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Once boiling add the pasta and cook until al dente (times will vary based on the pasta type you selected, refer to the back of the pasta box for time suggestions). Stir occasionally so that the pasta doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pot.
Once al dente, turn the heat to low. Add the buffalo sauce, cream cheese, sharp cheddar and fresh mozzarella. Stir until combined and the cream cheese is melted. The sauce may seem a bit thin, but it will thicken as it sits and cools some.
Add the shredded chicken and red pepper flakes and stir to combine. Serve immediately.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Notes

You don't have to use fresh mozzarella, shredded will be just fine! (I LOVE fresh mozzarella so I always have it on hand).

If you aren't a big buffalo sauce fan, try using a mild buffalo sauce, it gives you the flavor but not in such full force.

If you want to amp up the heat, add 1/2-1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes.

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