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Creamy Buffalo Chicken Penne

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A comforting weeknight meal that combines creamy Alfredo, spicy buffalo sauce, and tender chicken for an indulgent dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 (16 oz) box penne pasta
  • 1 jar (about 15 oz) Alfredo sauce
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp dry ranch seasoning

Instructions

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, but reserve a splash of the pasta cooking water to loosen the sauce later if needed.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken until fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  4. Return the chopped chicken to the skillet, then stir in the Alfredo sauce and the buffalo wing sauce. Heat gently, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is warmed through.
  5. Mix in the cooked penne pasta until each piece is coated in the sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time.
  6. Stir in the shredded mozzarella and the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  7. Serve the pasta hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or a sprinkle of the dry ranch seasoning if desired.

Notes

For a milder dish, use 1/3 cup of buffalo wing sauce; for more heat, go for 1/2 cup.

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Keywords: Buffalo chicken, creamy pasta, weeknight meal, comfort food

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