Buffalo Chicken Pasta

Name: Buffalo Chicken Pasta Slow Cooker Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 5 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.25 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast; 8 oz cream cheese; 1 cup buffalo sauce; 1 (15 oz) jar alfredo sauce; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tbsp all-purpose Greek seasoning; 16 oz penne pasta; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles, for garnish; 2 tbsp buffalo sauce, for garnish; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Buffalo Chicken Pasta is a dump-and-go slow cooker recipe that combines tender chicken, tangy buffalo sauce, and creamy Alfredo for a cheesy, flavorful weeknight meal. The entire dish cooks unattended, making it ideal for busy families.

🌍American 🏷️Buffalo chicken 🏷️Pasta 🏷️Chicken pasta 🏷️Easy dinner Weeknight meal

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🏷️Comfort food

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Total

4h 5m

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$25–$41

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Ingredients

1.25 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
8 oz cream cheese
1 cup buffalo sauce
1 (15 oz) jar alfredo sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp all-purpose Greek seasoning
16 oz penne pasta
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles, for garnishoptional
2 tbsp buffalo sauce, for garnishoptional
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, for garnishoptional

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Instructions

1
Place the chicken breast in the bottom of a slow cooker.
2
Add the block of cream cheese, 1 cup of buffalo sauce, and the entire jar of alfredo sauce on top of the chicken.
3
Pour the chicken broth into the empty alfredo sauce jar, close the lid, shake well to get the remaining sauce, and pour it into the slow cooker.
4
Season with garlic powder, onion powder, and Greek seasoning.
5
Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 4 hours.
6
About 20 minutes before the chicken is done, cook the penne pasta in a separate pot of boiling water according to package directions.
7
Once the chicken is cooked through, use kitchen shears or two forks to shred or chop the chicken directly in the slow cooker.
8
Drain the cooked pasta and add it to the slow cooker.
9
Add the shredded mozzarella cheese and stir everything together until the cheese is melted and all ingredients are well combined.
10
To serve, top with blue cheese crumbles, a drizzle of extra buffalo sauce, and fresh parsley, if desired.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Use a 6-quart slow cooker on low for 4 hours or high for 2-2.5 hours; don't overcrowd or the chicken may cook unevenly.
Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces before adding to the slow cooker for faster, more even cooking.
Stir the cream cheese in thoroughly during the last 30 minutes to ensure it melts evenly and prevents clumping.
Taste and adjust buffalo sauce and seasonings after 3 hours, as slow cooking can mute spice; add more buffalo sauce for heat if desired.

Substitutions

Cream cheese → cream (use 1 cup heavy cream + 2 tbsp butter for a lighter sauce)
Alfredo sauce → heavy cream (use 1.5 cups, adds richness but less depth)
Penne → rotini or rigatoni (any short pasta works; adjust cooking time by 5-10 minutes)
Mozzarella → sharp cheddar or provolone (cheddar adds tanginess, provolone adds smokiness)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of chicken broth to restore creaminess.