How to Make Buffalo Chicken Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

Buffalo chicken has become a popular dish for those who love a little heat and flavor in their meals. The combination of spicy buffalo sauce and tender, juicy chicken has been a hit at parties and gatherings for years. But what if we told you there was a way to take this classic dish to the next level? Introducing: Buffalo Chicken Pasta.

This recipe takes all the delicious flavors of buffalo chicken and combines them with hearty pasta for a filling and satisfying meal. The creamy and ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups rigatoni pasta
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
  • 1 teaspoon dry ranch salad dressing mix (such as Hidden Valley Ranch®)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 (8 ounce) package Neufchatel cheese
  • 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
  • ½ cup Buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®)
  • ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Season chicken with ranch dressing mix, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, combine Neufchatel cheese, sour cream, and Buffalo wing sauce in a large saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until well combined, about 3 minutes. Add Cheddar cheese and stir well until melted. Add pasta and chicken and continue cooking until well incorporated and heated through.
  • Nutrition

    665 cal.

    • Total Fat: 48g
    • Saturated Fat: 23g
    • Cholesterol: 115mg
    • Sodium: 1821mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 225mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 290mg