One-Pot Creamy Buffalo Cheddar Chicken & Sausage Pasta
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our One-Pot Creamy Buffalo Cheddar Chicken & Sausage Pasta. This delectable dish combines tender chicken, savory sausage, and a zesty buffalo sauce enveloped in a creamy cheddar coating. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this meal brings warmth and joy to any table. With just one pot needed for preparation, you’ll enjoy a hassle-free cooking experience and minimal cleanup. Get ready to savor each flavorful bite as you create this irresistible comfort food that’s sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 pound smoked sausage (without pork)
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 red bell pepper
- 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 1 pound pasta (rotini or penne)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté chopped onion in olive oil until translucent (3–4 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add diced chicken and sliced sausage, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (5–7 minutes).
- Stir in chopped red bell pepper and canned tomatoes. Pour in chicken broth and buffalo wing sauce; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, add pasta, cover, and simmer until al dente (10–12 minutes).
- Stir in softened cream cheese and milk until melted and creamy.
- Remove from heat, fold in shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg