Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake with Blue Cheese Crumbles
Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake with Blue Cheese Crumbles is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken, zesty buffalo sauce, and creamy cheese in a cozy pasta dish. Perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping meal that’s irresistibly delicious and sure to impress your guests. Serve it up for game nights or intimate dinners, and watch it disappear!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup blue cheese crumbles
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Boil water in a pot; cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente (10-12 minutes).
- In a bowl, mix buffalo sauce, heavy cream, garlic powder, and half of the blue cheese crumbles.
- Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Stir in sautéed chicken and buffalo sauce mixture until evenly coated.
- Transfer to the greased baking dish, top with shredded cheddar and remaining blue cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with chickpeas or shredded turkey. You can use mozzarella or gouda instead of blue cheese for a milder taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.