Creamy Buffalo Ranch Chicken Pasta (Printable)

Spicy, cheesy pasta bake with tender chicken in a creamy buffalo ranch sauce. bubbling comfort food for six.

# Components:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 oz penne or rotini pasta

→ Chicken

02 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced

→ Sauces & Seasoning

03 - 1 oz ranch seasoning packet
04 - 1 cup buffalo wing sauce, mild or hot
05 - 1/2 cup sour cream
06 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
07 - 1/4 cup whole milk

→ Cheese

08 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Garnish

10 - 2 green onions, sliced
11 - 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
02 - Bring salted water to boil in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and reserve.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ranch seasoning, buffalo sauce, sour cream, cream cheese, and milk. Whisk vigorously until smooth and fully incorporated.
04 - Add cooked pasta and shredded chicken to the sauce mixture. Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated.
05 - Fold in 1 cup mozzarella cheese and 3/4 cup cheddar cheese until distributed throughout the mixture.
06 - Transfer the pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish. Spread evenly and top with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and 1/4 cup cheddar cheese.
07 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until the top is golden and the mixture is bubbly throughout.
08 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions and crumbled blue cheese. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bold and spicy buffalo flavor balanced by cool ranch.
  • Simple preparation with easy-to-find ingredients.
  • A satisfying main dish that yields six generous servings.
  • Versatile enough to adjust the heat level to your preference.
02 -
  • Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened for the smoothest possible sauce texture.
  • Always cook the pasta al dente to ensure it holds its shape during the baking process.
  • Let the dish rest for 5 minutes after baking to allow the creamy sauce to set.
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