Creamy Buffalo Chicken Casserole Ready in 45 Minutes

Difficulty Level: moderate

  15 min Prep  30 min Cook  45 min Total 6 Servings 

When it comes to classic combos, buffalo chicken has to be high up on the list. However, have you ever had a buffalo chicken casserole? If not, this recipe is definitely worth trying, that’s if you like cheese and a creamy sauce.

The dish is made with penne pasta, shredded chicken, gooey cheese, and a mix of buffalo sauce and ranch dressing. The secret ingredients are crumbly bacon for a little crunch and cream cheese, just to make the sauce smooth.

It takes around 45 minutes to make and is perfect for leftover rotisserie chicken you may have in the fridge. We’ve had this during game day gatherings and it’s always popular. The ingredients and cooking steps are below.

Buffalo Chicken Casserole Recipe Ingredients

• 8 ounces of uncooked penne pasta

• 3 cups of cooked shredded chicken breast

• 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled

• 3/4 cup of buffalo wing sauce

• 4 ounces of cream cheese, softened

• 1/2 cup of ranch dressing

• 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt

• 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder

• 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika

• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper

• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Buffalo Chicken Casserole Recipe Instructions

1. Set your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.

3. Add the penne pasta to the water and cook for 1 minute less than the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, buffalo wing sauce, ranch dressing, Greek yogurt, and chicken broth. Stir until smooth and creamy.

5. Mix the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper into the sauce until evenly combined.

6. Add the cooked shredded chicken, drained pasta, and half of the crumbled bacon to the sauce.

7. Stir until everything is evenly coated.

8. Transfer the chicken and pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread it evenly.

9. Sprinkle the cheddar and mozzarella cheese across the top.

10. Scatter the remaining crumbled bacon over the cheese.

11. Place the dish in the oven and bake uncovered for 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling. To make sure the food is safely heated, the center should reach 165°F.

12. Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.

13. Sprinkle the sliced green onions over the top before serving.

Nutrition

 Calories: 645cal Carbohydrate: 39g Protein: 47g Fat: 33g Cholesterol: 150mg Sodium: 1550mg 

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