Creamy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake | High Protein Dinner Recipes for Busy Nights
This creamy buffalo chicken pasta bake is a quick, high-protein dinner perfect for busy nights. It combines spicy buffalo sauce with cheesy goodness for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt and pepper
Garnish
- fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook pasta until al dente, then drain.
- Mix shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Add cooked pasta and half the cheeses to the mixture, stirring to coat.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish, top with remaining cheese and green onions, then bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with parsley if desired, let cool briefly, then serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or serve with celery sticks.
Nutrition
Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 30g | Sodium: 1200mg