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Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

A delightful dish that combines the bold flavors of Buffalo chicken with creamy pasta, perfect for gatherings or family meals.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp pepper
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 0.5 cup Buffalo Wild Wings Spicy Garlic Sauce

For the Pasta Bake

  • 16 oz Cellentani pasta
  • 15 oz jar Alfredo sauce
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.25 cup ranch dressing
  • Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
  • Dried parsley (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Marinate the Chicken

  • Add chicken thighs to a bowl or container. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Add the minced garlic and Spicy Garlic Sauce. Stir well, cover, and refrigerate for a couple of hours.

Cook the Chicken

  • Heat the smoker to 250 degrees F. Place the marinated chicken thighs directly on the smoker and cook for about 1 hour and 30 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.

Prepare the Pasta

  • While the chicken is cooking, prepare the pasta according to the instructions on the box.

Combine Ingredients

  • Once the chicken is fully cooked, cut it into cubes.
  • In a smoker-safe dish, combine the cooked pasta, Alfredo sauce, cream cheese, ranch dressing, shredded mozzarella cheese, and the chopped chicken thighs. Stir everything together well and top with additional mozzarella cheese.

Bake

  • Place the dish back on the smoker for about 20-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Garnish and Serve

  • Garnish with dried parsley, Parmesan cheese, and additional buffalo sauce if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

This dish can be served hot right out of the smoker. Works well as a main dish with a side salad or garlic bread. You can also offer extra Buffalo sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 38gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 1200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g
Keyword Buffalo Chicken, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Family Meal, Pasta Bake
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