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30-Minute Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta That’s Irresistible

Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta
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A creamy and spicy pasta dish with buffalo chicken and broccoli, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz rotini (or cavatappi) pasta
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (or thighs), cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (or butter)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (plus more to taste)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese (optional, extra creamy)
  • 1 tsp dried parsley (or 1 tbsp chopped parsley)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta + broccoli: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Add broccoli in the last 2–3 minutes of cooking. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. Season chicken: Toss chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Sear chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 6–8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove to a plate.
  4. Make the sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds. Stir in chicken broth, buffalo sauce, and heavy cream. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
  5. Cheese it up: Stir in cream cheese (if using), cheddar, Parmesan, and parsley until melted and smooth.
  6. Combine: Add cooked pasta, broccoli, and chicken to the skillet. Toss until coated. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen.
  7. Finish + serve: Taste and adjust with more buffalo sauce, salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to your spice preference.
  • For extra creaminess, add more cream cheese.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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