Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake
A comforting Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake filled with creamy, spicy goodness and cheesy layers, perfect for game nights and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 2 cups Chicken, shredded
- 1 cup Buffalo Sauce
- 8 oz Pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups Cheese (shredded mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup Cream Cheese
- Green Onions (for garnish)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add in your chosen pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Chicken by tossing it with Buffalo sauce in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Combine everything in a large mixing bowl: cooked pasta, creamy cheese, and chicken mixture.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Top with shredded mozzarella generously.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
For added texture, mix in a handful of breadcrumbs before baking. You can also prepare this dish ahead of time and increase the baking time as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Buffalo Chicken, Pasta Bake, Comfort Food, Cheesy Pasta, Game Night
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