Description

One-Pot Sweet Heat Buffalo Chicken Pasta is a mouthwatering dish that marries tender chicken with zesty buffalo sauce, creamy cheese, and al dente pasta—all cooked in one pot for effortless cleanup. Perfect for cozy dinners or unexpected gatherings, this recipe delivers a delightful balance of heat and creaminess with every bite. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s bound to become a weeknight favorite.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
8 oz penne or rotini pasta
1 cup buffalo sauce
4 oz cream cheese
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 green onions, chopped
1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

Gather all ingredients on your countertop. Chop green onions for garnish.
In a large pot over medium heat, add oil and cook chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side until browned and fully cooked.
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add pasta and stir well.
After about 8 minutes, when pasta is firm but absorbing broth, lower heat and mix in buffalo sauce and cream cheese until combined.
Simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until creamy.
Serve in bowls or plates, garnished with fresh green onions.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: One-pot
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 425
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 950mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: - Customize the protein by swapping chicken for shrimp or tofu. - Add veggies like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition. - Adjust spice levels by modifying the amount of buffalo sauce used.