Creamy Spicy Buffalo Ranch Pasta
A comforting pasta dish that combines creamy ranch and zesty buffalo sauce for a delightful kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne or rotini pasta
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Salt and pepper for seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic in a skillet with heated olive oil until fragrant.
- Add the shredded chicken and buffalo sauce; cook until heated through.
- Combine ranch dressing and heavy cream; lower heat and mix until well combined.
- Add the cheddar cheese gradually, stirring until melted; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce and heat through for about 2 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
For extra flavor, add diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg