Description
One Pan Buffalo Pepper Jack Chicken Pasta is a delightful and hearty dish that transforms weeknight dinners into flavorful experiences. With tender chicken, zesty buffalo sauce, and creamy pepper jack cheese, this one-pan recipe tantalizes the taste buds while minimizing cleanup. The combination of vibrant ingredients creates a comforting meal that brings everyone to the table. Perfect for busy evenings, this dish can be easily customized with added vegetables or varying levels of spice to suit your preferences. Gather your loved ones and enjoy the warmth of this satisfying pasta dish—it’s sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt & 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in penne pasta, chicken broth, and buffalo sauce. Ensure the pasta is submerged and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded pepper jack cheese until melted.
- Let sit for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 310g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg