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Buffalo Chicken Pasta

A flavor-packed pasta dish featuring tender buffalo chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy sauce, perfect for quick dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Base
  • 8 oz pasta Any pasta shape, preferably fusilli or rotini.
Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups buffalo chicken strips Pre-cooked for convenience.
  • 1 cup chopped celery Adds crunch and freshness.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes Brings juiciness and color.
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions Provides mild onion flavor.
  • 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles Adds tangy finish.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce Adds heat and flavor.
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing Balances the spice.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cool the cooked pasta and buffalo chicken strips completely before combining.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cooled pasta, buffalo chicken, chopped celery, cherry tomatoes, and sliced green onions.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the buffalo sauce and ranch dressing until well combined.
  4. Pour half of the dressing mixture into the pasta bowl and stir to coat the ingredients evenly.
  5. Taste the pasta salad and adjust the dressing to your preferred flavor.
  6. Refrigerate the pasta salad for at least an hour to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Before serving, crumble blue cheese over the top and mix gently.

Notes

For added heat, consider adding diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper. Store in an airtight container for up to three days for meal prep.