Buffalo Chicken Alfredo

5 from 3 votes

This buffalo chicken Alfredo is the perfect easy dinner. With cheesy pasta at its heart, it brings that classic buffalo flavor to the table, making it a hit with the whole family.

Prep Time15

Cook Time25

Total Time40

Course: dinner

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 592kcal

Author: Rachel Oostdyk

Ingredients

1 pound uncooked penne
2 large chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
4 Tbsp unsalted butter
4 ounces light cream cheese room temperature
2 garlic cloves minced
2 cups low-fat 2% milk
2 tablespoons heavy cream
¼ cup of hot sauce
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup grated part skim mozzarella cheese
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the pasta according to package instructions and set aside.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then place it in the skillet. Cook the chicken, turning it occasionally, until it is golden brown and fully cooked, approximately 8 minutes on each side.
Move the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Combine the sauce, chicken, and noodles.

Sauce Instructions

Melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute while stirring frequently.
Add the light cream cheese and garlic powder, stirring until the cream cheese is melted and mixed well with the butter.
Gradually add the milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously to integrate the cream cheese and prevent lumps.
Stir in the hot sauce, grated parmesan and mozzarella cheese until they are completely melted and the sauce is smooth.

Notes

]Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature before melting it into the sauce. Whisk constantly when adding the milk to achieve a smooth, velvety texture.

For best results, grate your own Parmesan and mozzarella cheese instead of buying pre-grated.

For a quick fix, use jarred Alfredo sauce and jazz it up with your favorite hot sauce. This shortcut saves time while still delivering that spicy, creamy flavor.

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