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Buffalo Chicken Pasta – Easy One-Pot Weeknight Comfort

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A creamy, spicy, one-pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta made with tender chicken, zesty Buffalo sauce, melty cheese, and al dente pasta. The perfect weeknight comfort meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, diced

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 8 oz cream cheese, cubed

  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth

  • ½ cup Buffalo sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)

  • 12 oz penne or rotini pasta (uncooked)

  • ½ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing

  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

  • Optional: green onions or chives for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan.

  • Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth. Add remaining broth, Buffalo sauce, and cream cheese. Stir until smooth.

  • Stir in uncooked pasta. Cover and simmer 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  • Return chicken to the pot. Stir in cheddar and ranch/blue cheese dressing. Mix until creamy.

  • Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish as desired.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken to save time. Add veggies like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition. Adjust Buffalo sauce to taste.

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