Description
A creamy and spicy Buffalo Chicken Alfredo Penne that combines tender shredded chicken, rich Alfredo sauce, and a kick of buffalo wing sauce for a delicious and comforting pasta dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 12 ounces penne pasta
Chicken and Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (preferably rotisserie)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasoning and Garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside to be combined later.
- Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned to build the flavor base for the sauce.
- Warm Chicken: Add the shredded cooked chicken to the skillet and stir for 2-3 minutes until warmed through, ensuring it absorbs some garlic flavor.
- Prepare Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and buffalo wing sauce, stirring well to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
- Add Cheese: Reduce heat to low, then stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
- Toss Pasta: Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss thoroughly, coating each piece evenly with the buffalo Alfredo sauce.
- Incorporate Mozzarella: Stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese and continue until melted and the sauce achieves a cheesy, creamy texture.
- Season and Serve: Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve the pasta hot, garnished with chopped green onions or parsley if desired for a fresh finish.
Notes
- Adjust the buffalo wing sauce quantity to control the spice level according to your preference.
- For extra richness, adding a tablespoon of butter to the sauce enhances the creaminess.
- This dish pairs excellently with a crisp green salad or warm garlic bread to complete the meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
