Description
A delightful dish that combines the spicy flavor of buffalo sauce with tender chicken and creamy pasta, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy get-together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli)
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tablespoons buffalo sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until it’s no longer pink.
- Add the pasta, buffalo sauce, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and the sauce becomes creamy.
- Stir in the shredded cheese until it melts and combines well with the pasta.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
This dish can be adjusted for spice level and can be made with additional veggies or substitutes for dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg