Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta
A creamy and spicy pasta dish that combines buffalo chicken flavors effortlessly in the slow cooker, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 375 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups pasta (such as penne or rotini)
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the crock pot. Pour the buffalo sauce evenly over the chicken.
- Add flavor: Pour in the chicken broth. Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the mixture.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Shred the chicken: Once cooked, shred the chicken in the pot using two forks. Mix in the cream cheese until it’s melted and well combined with the sauce.
- Cook the pasta: Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Combine everything: Stir the cooked pasta and cheddar cheese into the crock pot until everything is well coated and combined.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the buffalo sauce to your preferred spice level. Consider using rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
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