Description
Creamy White Cheddar Buffalo Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that brings a delightful kick to your dinner table. This quick and easy dish combines tender chicken, creamy white cheddar, and zesty buffalo sauce, creating a mouthwatering experience for any occasion. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight meals, potlucks, or game-day gatherings. The rich flavors and satisfying textures make it a favorite among both kids and adults alike. Serve it warm with fresh herbs as a finishing touch for an irresistible meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini recommended)
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp cream cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add shredded chicken, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, buffalo sauce, and uncooked pasta. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is cooked.
- Stir in shredded white cheddar cheese and cream cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped green onions or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 135mg