Description
Buffalo Chicken Alfredo Pasta is an irresistible dish that combines tender chicken with a rich and creamy Alfredo sauce, enhanced by a zesty kick from buffalo sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this pasta dish is both comforting and flavorful, guaranteed to impress your family and friends. With its delightful aroma and vibrant colors, it’s sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown (about 6 minutes per side). Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring in Parmesan cheese until melted. Gradually add buffalo sauce to reach your desired spice level.
- Slice the rested chicken and return it to the skillet along with the drained pasta. Toss until everything is well coated in the sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan or chopped green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, incorporate vegetables like spinach or bell peppers into the dish. Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of buffalo sauce based on your preference.