Description
A creamy and spicy casserole that combines buffalo wings flavor with pasta for a comforting family dish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked pasta (ziti or penne, al dente)
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or roasted)
- 1 cup buffalo sauce (adjust heat to taste)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions (reserve some for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Cook the pasta just shy of al dente in well-salted boiling water, then drain thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, and half of the cheddar. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir until the mixture is smooth. If stiff, warm it in the microwave for 15–20 seconds.
- Add the drained pasta and gently fold until coated. Mix in half of the chopped green onions.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish, top with the remaining cheddar, and bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden.
- Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before serving, and sprinkle remaining green onions on top.
Notes
For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and cheddar. You can substitute ranch dressing with blue cheese dressing for a classic wing flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American