Description
Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bowl is a delicious blend of tender chicken, zesty buffalo sauce, and creamy cheese tossed with perfectly cooked penne pasta. This quick and easy recipe transforms weeknight dinners into flavorful feasts that everyone will love. Ideal for game nights or cozy family meals, this dish guarantees smiles and satisfied appetites at any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar and mozzarella mix)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- ½ cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a splash of buffalo sauce. Place in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked.
- 2. While the chicken bakes, bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Cook penne according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 3. Shred the baked chicken using two forks.
- 4. In a skillet over medium heat, combine heavy cream and buffalo sauce; stir until warmed through. Add shredded chicken and pasta; toss to coat evenly.
- 5. Serve in bowls topped with shredded cheese, green onions, and blue cheese crumbles if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg