Description
Indulge in the creamy and spicy flavors of Buffalo Chicken Alfredo Penne. This dish combines tender penne pasta, shredded chicken in buffalo sauce, and a rich Alfredo sauce for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Penne Pasta:
- 12 oz penne pasta
Buffalo Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or grilled)
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
Alfredo Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Optional: crumbled blue cheese or ranch drizzle
Instructions
- Cook Penne: Prepare penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare Buffalo Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil, add chicken and buffalo sauce. Set aside once coated.
- Make Alfredo Sauce: Melt butter, sauté garlic, add cream, cheeses, salt, and pepper. Cook until creamy.
- Combine and Serve: Add pasta and buffalo chicken to sauce. Toss to combine. Serve garnished with parsley and optional cheese or ranch.
Notes
- For a milder taste, reduce buffalo sauce or increase cream.
- Use grilled chicken or leftovers for variation.
- Add steamed broccoli or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
