This Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Pasta is a deliciously spicy and cheesy dish that combines tender chicken with pasta in a flavorful buffalo sauce. Perfect for game day or an easy weeknight dinner, this recipe is a crowd pleaser that will satisfy your comfort food cravings.

Using a crockpot makes preparation simple and hands-off, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you go about your day. The final broil and cheese finish adds a delightful golden crust that enhances the overall experience.

Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Recipe

This dish features shredded buffalo chicken mixed with pasta and topped with a blend of cheeses, then finished under the broiler for a bubbly, golden top. The recipe takes about 6 hours in the slow cooker and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 pound pasta (penne or rotini works well)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour buffalo sauce and chicken broth over them. Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
2. Cook the Pasta: About 30 minutes before the chicken is done, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Shred the Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, shred it using two forks and mix it back into the sauce in the slow cooker. Stir in the cream cheese until melted and well combined.
4. Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the slow cooker and mix until everything is evenly coated with the buffalo sauce.
5. Broil and Cheese Finish: Preheat your oven’s broiler. Transfer the pasta mixture to a baking dish, top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese, and broil for 3-5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
6. Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley and serve hot.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 6 hours
• Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 6 servings
• Calories: 550kcal
• Fat: 25g
• Protein: 40g
• Carbohydrates: 45g