Can this buffalo chicken casserole be made ahead of time?

The pasta casserole can be prepared up to one day in advance. Combine all of the ingredients in a mixing bowl, then cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator. 30 minutes before baking, remove the casserole dish from the refrigerator. Bake until the mixture is hot and bubbly.

How long will leftovers last?

Leftovers? What are the leftovers? LOL! Leftover buffalo chicken pasta will keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days if stored in a tightly sealed container.

Can I make this a low carb meal?

You most certainly can. Enjoy by substituting cooked cauliflower for the pasta noodles.

What goes with buffalo chicken?

There are numerous sides that can be served alongside our Shredded Buffalo Chicken Tacos. Baked potatoes, onion rings, steamed green beans, homemade macaroni and cheese, our chickpea and edamame salad, baked beans, pasta salad, and french fries are among our favorite side dishes.

Easy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe (So Delicious!)

Name: Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups (8 ounces) uncooked, penne pasta (or substitute cooked cauliflower); 1 – 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened; 3/4 cup ranch dressing; 1/3 cup hot sauce; 2 cups shredded, cooked chicken (or 1 – 12.5 ounce can chunk chicken breast); 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese; green onions, for garnish

Description

When you combine buffalo chicken, cheese, and pasta in one casserole, you get a meal that everyone will enjoy. This Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake is delicious and ready in 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups (8 ounces) uncooked, penne pasta (or substitute cooked cauliflower)
1 – 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup ranch dressing
1/3 cup hot sauce
2 cups shredded, cooked chicken (or 1 – 12.5 ounce can chunk chicken breast)
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
green onions, for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Coat an 8-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Cook the pasta noodles as directed on the package. To keep them from sticking, drain and drizzle with olive oil.
Cream together the cream cheese, ranch dressing, and hot sauce until smooth.
Stir in the chicken, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, and cooked pasta noodles to the cream cheese mixture. Spoon into the dish that has been prepared.
Sprinkle the remaining two cheeses over the top of the pasta. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is completely melted.
Remove from the oven and top with green onions, hot sauce, and ranch drizzles. It serves 6 people.

Notes

If using canned chicken, drain and shred it with a fork before using.

Category: Main Dish
Method: None
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 416kcal
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 858mg
Fat: 29g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 21g
Cholesterol: 78mg

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