One Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the creamy, spicy goodness of One Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta, a dish that brings comfort and flavor together in a delightful way. This easy, one-skillet recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressive enough for gatherings. With tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich buffalo sauce blended with creamy cheeses, this meal will satisfy everyone at the table. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed fresh or saved as leftovers, this hearty dish promises to be a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- ½ cup blue cheese dressing (or ranch)
- 2 Tablespoons butter (divided)
- ½ cup yellow onion (diced)
- 1 stick celery (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes (undrained)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened and cubed)
- 1.5 cups cheddar (shredded)
- 1 cup mozzarella (shredded)
Instructions
- Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breast until browned on both sides and fully cooked. Shred once cooled.
- In the same skillet, melt another tablespoon of butter and sauté onions, celery, and garlic until softened.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente.
- Reduce heat and mix in buffalo sauce, cheddar, mozzarella, and cream cheese until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Serve warm topped with optional red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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