Description
A lively fusion of creamy Alfredo sauce and spicy Buffalo chicken, perfect for satisfying cravings for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine: Boil water in a large pot and cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Once fully cooked, drain and set aside.
- Prepare the chicken: In a sizable skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cooked, shredded chicken along with buffalo sauce, stirring until the chicken is thoroughly coated and warmed through.
- Create the sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and garlic powder, blending until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes creamy.
- Combine everything: Add the cooked pasta into the skillet, mixing well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
- Serve hot: Transfer to serving plates and garnish with chopped green onions or parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
Consider using rotisserie chicken to save prep time. You can also customize the spice level with additional buffalo sauce or cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Buffalo chicken, pasta, Alfredo, comfort food, weeknight dinner