One-Pot Creamy Spicy Buffalo Chicken Pasta
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this One-Pot Creamy Spicy Buffalo Chicken Pasta. This quick and easy recipe combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich buffalo sauce, all cooked in one pot for minimal cleanup. The creamy texture perfectly balances the heat from the buffalo sauce, making it a delightful dish for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With customizable spice levels and the option to add your favorite vegetables, this pasta dish is sure to become a household favorite. Enjoy a hearty meal that’s packed with flavor and can be made in under 30 minutes!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- Olive oil or butter, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large deep pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the cooked chicken, seasoning with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 2–3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and buffalo sauce; stir well. Add uncooked pasta and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10–12 minutes until the pasta is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once cooked through, stir in Parmesan cheese, mozzarella, and cream cheese until smooth.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and garnish with green onions or parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 155mg