Buffalo One-Pan Chicken Alfredo
- 30 min
- Serves 4
- 13 ingredients
10 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. A creamy, spicy chicken Alfredo made in a single skillet. Buffalo wing sauce and Italian seasoning give the sauce a bold kick, while tender chicken and al dente pasta create a comforting dinner.
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Method
Pat the chicken breasts dry, then season both sides with 3 Tbsp of Italian seasoning, reserving 1 tsp for later.
Heat 3 Tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the flattened chicken breasts and cook for 3–4 minutes without moving them, then flip.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Chicken releases easily from the skillet. Leave it undisturbed while the first side sears.
Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking another 4–5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F; remove chicken and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, melt 2 Tbsp butter over medium heat and add the minced garlic; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Garlic smells fragrant. Stir so the garlic does not brown too far.
Pour in 1½ cup chicken broth, 2½ cup milk, and ½ cup buffalo wing sauce; stir in the remaining 1 tsp Italian seasoning.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then add the dry pasta, ensuring it is fully submerged in the liquid.
Reduce heat to a simmer and cook the pasta for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente and most of the liquid has thickened.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Pasta is al dente and liquid has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Stir in the cubed cream cheese until completely melted and the sauce becomes smooth.
Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Cream cheese melts into a smooth sauce. Stir until no chunks remain.
Add the grated parmesan cheese and sliced green onions; mix until evenly incorporated.
Slice the cooked chicken into strips and arrange on top of the pasta.
Optional: drizzle additional buffalo wing sauce over the dish for extra heat.
Serve immediately, garnished with any remaining green onion slices if desired.
Tips while you cook
- Season before cooking
- Season the chicken breasts with 3 Tbsp Italian seasoning, reserving 1 tsp for the sauce.
- Set chicken aside
- Remove the cooked chicken and keep it on a plate before making the sauce.
- Submerge pasta fully
- Add the dry pasta to the boiling liquid and make sure it is completely covered.
- Stir pasta while simmering
- Stir the pasta occasionally during the 8–10 minute simmer.
Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.
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