Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake
Give this easy and delicious buffalo chicken bake recipe a try. It features tender chicken combined with pasta in a creamy sauce.
Servings (Adjustable):
Calories: 641kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne pasta or similar sized pasta
- 6 ounces cream cheese softened
- ⅓ cup ranch dressing
- ⅛ cup hot sauce
- 10 ounces cooked chicken breasts pieces or 1 can of shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease an 8-inch rectangular casserole dish.
- Cook the pasta noodles according to the instructions on the package and drain. To prevent sticking, drizzle a bit of olive oil over the noodles.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, ranch dressing, and hot sauce until the mixture is creamy. Add the cooked chicken, ½ cup of cheddar cheese, and pasta noodles to the mixture and stir to combine. Transfer the mixture to the prepared dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheese and panko breadcrumbs over the top of the pasta and bake it for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately. Garnish with green onions, hot sauce, and a drizzle of ranch dressing.
Notes
Be sure not to overcook the pasta as this can result in a mushy texture. It's best to cook it al dente so it still has a bit of bite and holds its shape when mixed with the chicken and sauce.
Drizzle olive oil over the pasta to prevent the noodles from sticking.
Top the finished dish with a drizzling of hot sauce and ranch dressing. This adds an extra layer of flavor and texture that perfectly complements the spicy buffalo sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 641kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 796mg | Potassium: 421mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 664IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 201mg | Iron: 2mg
Equipment
Small rectangular casserole dish about 8-inches long