Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake
A dreamy dish combining buffalo chicken flavors with creamy pasta, perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, ranch dressing, and half of both the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Mix thoroughly.
- Stir in the cooked pasta until evenly coated with the mixture.
- Transfer to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving; garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience. Feel free to adjust the spiciness by modifying the amount of buffalo sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g