One-Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta Helper
Buffalo chicken pasta: cook this amazing one-pot dish for a quick, creamy, and spicy family dinner. Loaded with flavor, minimal cleanup, and perfectly satisfying.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2-3 chicken breast or thighs, cubed
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 pound short cut pasta
- 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1 1/2 cups milk (use what you drink)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons sliced jalape os
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot set over medium-high heat, add the olive oil, onion, and chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until lightly seared all over, about 10 minutes. Stir in the chili powder, paprika, and garlic powder, cook for another minute.
- Add the pasta and broccoli. Mix gently, then pour over 1/2 cup water and the milk. Add the ketchup and stir to combine. Season with salt.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Simmer for 5 minutes until the pasta is al dente, stirring often. Stir in the jalape
- Stir in 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese. Cook another few minutes until very creamy. Remove from the heat, top with 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
- Divide the pasta among bowls and top with green onions and cilantro.
Notes
- Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure it's fully cooked and safe to eat. Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- For a richer sauce, you can add 1/4 cup of cream cheese along with the shredded cheese in step 4. This will make the buffalo chicken pasta extra decadent.
- To store leftovers, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk to restore creaminess, or microwave until warmed through. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- For a richer sauce, you can add 1/4 cup of cream cheese along with the shredded cheese in step 4. This will make the buffalo chicken pasta extra decadent.
- To store leftovers, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of milk to restore creaminess, or microwave until warmed through. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.