1-Skillet Spicy Buffalo Ranch Chicken Pasta
A quick and comforting one-skillet dish combining tender chicken, spicy buffalo sauce, and creamy ranch seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 12 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the cooked chicken and sauté for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream, buffalo sauce, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and mix in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg