Description

Get ready to fall in love with this bold and creamy mashup: Buffalo Garlic Chicken Bites & Ranch Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta. This recipe brings spicy buffalo-glazed chicken together with a rich, ranch-infused Cajun Alfredo sauce, all tossed with rotini pasta that clings to every drop. Perfect for those craving a quick dinner idea or a flavor-packed comfort meal. Whether you’re planning a weekend indulgence or looking for new dinner ideas, this easy recipe combines the kick of buffalo wings with the creamy satisfaction of Alfredo pasta — a true food idea worth repeating. A must-try for fans of bold sauces and hearty meals.

Ingredients

500g boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed

1 cup buffalo sauce

3 cloves garlic, minced

3 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)

2 cups heavy cream

113g cream cheese (about 4 oz)

1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix

1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

350g rotini pasta

Salt and pepper to taste

½ cup blue cheese crumbles

1 cup celery, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized cubes and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.

2. In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.

3. Lower the heat to medium. Add garlic and 1 tablespoon butter. Cook for 1 minute, then stir in buffalo sauce. Coat the chicken evenly and simmer for 2–3 minutes. Set aside.

4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rotini until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.

5. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and cream cheese until smooth.

6. Slowly whisk in the heavy cream, ranch seasoning, and Cajun seasoning. Simmer until thickened, 5–7 minutes.

7. Add cooked rotini to the Alfredo sauce. Stir well, using pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.

8. Plate the pasta, top with buffalo chicken bites. Garnish with blue cheese crumbles, celery, and parsley. Serve hot.

Notes

This recipe is best served fresh, but can be prepped ahead by cooking the chicken and pasta separately.

If your sauce thickens too much, pasta water or a splash of milk helps bring it back to creamy perfection.

Not a fan of blue cheese? Swap for feta or shredded mozzarella for a milder topping.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 780
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 1460mg
Fat: 45g
Saturated Fat: 23g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 42g
Cholesterol: 170mg

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