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Buffalo Chicken Alfredo Pasta Easy Family Comfort Food

Buffalo Chicken Alfredo Pasta

Buffalo Chicken Alfredo Pasta brings together the creamy comfort of Alfredo sauce with the bold, spicy kick of buffalo chicken. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner, this dish is rich, flavorful, and irresistibly satisfying.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 640
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces Penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Milk
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1.5 cups Cooked shredded chicken
  • 0.5 cup Buffalo sauce
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a smooth paste (roux).
  3. Step 3: Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Continue to cook until the sauce begins to thicken.
  4. Step 4: Stir in the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until the cheese melts and the sauce is creamy and smooth.
  5. Step 5: Add the cooked shredded chicken and buffalo sauce to the skillet. Stir well so the chicken is fully coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Step 6: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until fully coated in the Buffalo Chicken Alfredo sauce.
  7. Step 7: Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy your creamy, spicy pasta!

Notes

For extra heat, add a dash of cayenne or a few drops of hot sauce to the sauce mixture. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.