Buffalo Chicken Pasta That’s Creamy, Spicy, and Super Easy to Make
Buffalo Chicken Pasta is bold, creamy, and just the right amount of spicy.
It’s the ultimate comfort food, packed with flavor and super easy to make. Perfect for busy weeknights or game day, this dish is a must-try for anyone who loves buffalo wings and cheesy pasta!
This pasta recipe combines tender shredded chicken, spicy buffalo sauce, and a creamy, cheesy base tossed with your favorite pasta.
Whether you’re cooking for your family or feeding a crowd, this dish is a guaranteed hit. Plus, it comes together quickly with simple ingredients—no fancy prep required.
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Pasta?
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Start by cooking your pasta in a big pot of salted water—penne or bowtie are great choices.
Once it’s done, drain but don’t rinse the pasta.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat up a little olive oil over medium heat. Season your chopped chicken with salt, pepper, and ranch seasoning, then toss it into the skillet.
Let it cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, or until it’s fully cooked and golden. Once the chicken is done, transfer it to a clean plate while you make the sauce.
Use pre-cooked chicken to save time.
In the same skillet make the sauce for the buffalo chicken pasta, pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a light simmer. Stir in the cream cheese and sour cream and keep stirring until the cream cheese is melted and the sauce is nice and smooth.
Then add your buffalo-style hot sauce and a bit of milk if you want to thin it out. Keep stirring until everything comes together into a rich, creamy sauce.
Now add the cooked pasta and the chicken back into the skillet and give it a good stir so everything gets coated.
Mix in half of the cheddar cheese and half of the blue cheese dressing and stir until melted and creamy.
Then sprinkle the rest of the cheese and drizzle on the remaining blue cheese dressing.
Toss on some sliced green onions for a pop of color and flavor. Let everything sit for a minute so the cheese can melt a bit more—and then you’re ready to serve!
What to have with Buffalo Chicken Pasta?
Since this recipe is bold and creamy, you’ll want side dish recipes that balance out the heat and richness.
Try cool, crisp sides like a garden salad or celery sticks. Garlic bread or dinner rolls are perfect for soaking up the sauce, while recipes for roasted veggies or corn on the cob add balance. For something refreshing, try a cucumber salad or a light fruit salad to offset the heat.
Yes! Just store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave with a splash of broth or milk to keep it creamy.
Penne, bowtie, rotini, or shells are great—they hold the sauce well and make every bite flavorful.
Absolutely! Use mild buffalo sauce or cut the amount in half and add a little extra cream cheese or sour cream to tone it down.
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Buffalo Chicken Pasta Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cups Pasta uncooked
- 1 ½ Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 3 cups Chicken chopped
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1 Tablespoon Ranch Seasoning
- 4-8 oz Cream Cheese softened (as desired)
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- ½ cup Milk as desired (optional)
- 1-2 cups Chicken Broth as needed
- ¼ cup Buffalo-style Hot Sauce
- ½ cup Blue Cheese divided
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese
- 1 Green Onion sliced thin
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta according to package directions. Drain but do not rinse.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chopped chicken with salt, pepper and ranch seasoning.
- Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F (approximately 6-8 minutes).
- Remove the chicken to a clean plate as you prepare the cream sauce.
- Place the chicken broth in the skillet and bring to a simmer, then add the sour cream and cream cheese and stir as the cream cheese melts.
- Add the Buffalo sauce and milk and cook until the sauce is smooth and completely consistent.
- Add the chicken and pasta to the skillet and stir to coat completely in the sauce.
- Add half of the blue cheese and cheddar cheese and stir to combine.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheeses and green onions overtop and allow to melt before removing from heat.
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