Description
Creamy Buffalo Chicken & Sausage Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly blends the rich flavors of Italian cuisine with the spicy kick of American buffalo sauce. This comforting pasta dish is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly satisfying, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or casual gatherings. With tender chicken and sausage enveloped in a creamy, zesty sauce, each bite is packed with flavor that will leave everyone at your table wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 lb cooked sausage, sliced
- 12 oz penne or rotini 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
- Seasonings: garlic powder, salt, pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the cooked sausage and chicken; season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and buffalo sauce. Add pasta ensuring it's submerged. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, and cream cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with green onions or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg