One-Skillet Spicy Buffalo Ranch Chicken Pasta
One-Skillet Spicy Buffalo Ranch Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines a creamy, zesty sauce with tender chicken and perfectly cooked pasta—all in just one pan! This dish brings together the fiery kick of buffalo sauce with the cool, herby notes of ranch dressing for an irresistible flavor explosion. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this pasta meal is both satisfying and quick to prepare. With only a handful of ingredients and minimal cleanup required, it’s an easy favorite that will have your family coming back for seconds. Get ready to experience a delightful blend of textures and flavors that make every bite feel like a warm hug!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 12 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk)
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cooked chicken and sauté until warmed through, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, then stir in rotini or penne pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Lower the heat and gently mix in heavy cream, buffalo sauce, ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper. Allow to simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg