Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake
Hearty buffalo chicken pasta bake brings spicy sauce, creamy cheeses, and chicken together in one delicious, oven-baked dinner. Perfect comfort food that’s ready fast and great for leftovers!
Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 green onions (chopped)
Instructions
- Boil pasta: Cook in salted water till al dente; drain and set aside.
- Make sauce: Cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing. Stir for creaminess.
- Mix: Toss pasta, chicken, ½ cup cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and sauce till coated.
- Assemble: Place in a greased dish. Top with shredded mozzarella and more cheddar for a cheesy finish.
- Bake: Oven at 375°F, bake for 20 minutes until bubbly. Sprinkle green onions before serving.
Notes
- Use any short pasta shape for this cheesy bake recipe and adjust accordingly.
- Chicken can be leftover, rotisserie, or quickly poached at home for ease.
- Bake ahead and store cooked leftovers in a covered dish for busy weeknights.
- Swap in extra ranch or blue cheese for milder or stronger flavor profiles.
- Serve immediately so the cheese remains gooey and the flavors pop.