Fast and Foolproof Buffalo Chicken Pasta With Minimal Cleanup

The crave-worthy creamy buffalo sauce comes together effortlessly by using cream cheese as a base, ranch dressing mix, and store-bought buffalo sauce.

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Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 5

Total Time: 25

Servings:

Calories: 594kcal

Author: Katherine - Yummfully

Equipment

Large, deep skillet
Stove

Ingredients

1 lb penne pasta, cooked and drained
1 tbsp olive oil
½ cup onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 oz cream cheese
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup mayonnaise
1-1 oz packet ranch dressing mix
3 tbsp water
1 cup chicken broth
½ cup buffalo sauce (or to taste)
2 Roma tomatoes, diced
2 cups shredded chicken
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
2 green onions, sliced
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a measuring cup or small bowl, mix the sour cream, mayonnaise, ranch dressing mix, and 3 tbsp water until combined.
Heat a large deep skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Sautee the chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Mix in the softened cream cheese until melted.
Pour in the sour cream mixture, chicken broth, and buffalo sauce, and mix until combined.
Add the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
Mix in the cooked and drained pasta, diced tomatoes, and shredded chicken until fully combined. Cook for 2 minutes or until chicken and pasta are heated through. Check the seasoning, and add salt and pepper if needed. Serve with sliced green onions on top.

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