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Buffalo chicken pasta freezer - the image is a close-up of a bowl of pasta dish. the pasta appears to be penne, which is a type of penne pasta, and is covered in a creamy orange sauce with chunks of chicken and melted cheese on top. the sauce is drizzled over the top of the pasta, creating a smooth and creamy texture. there are also some chopped green onions scattered throughout the dish, adding a pop of color. the bowl is made of ceramic and is sitting on a white marble countertop.

Buffalo Chicken Pasta Freezer Meal


  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

A flavorful and spicy buffalo chicken pasta dish that can be prepared ahead and frozen for easy weeknight dinners. Tender pasta tossed with shredded chicken, creamy buffalo sauce, and melted cheese, perfect for a comforting meal anytime.


Ingredients

Scale

12 ounces penne pasta
2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
1 cup buffalo sauce
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup ranch dressing
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup chopped celery


Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, Greek yogurt, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined.
Add the cooked pasta to the buffalo chicken mixture and stir to coat evenly.
Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter.
Transfer the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
Sprinkle chopped celery and green onions over the cheese layer.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil if freezing. To freeze, place the covered dish in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To bake from frozen, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), remove foil, cover again with fresh foil, and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
If baking immediately, bake covered for 20 minutes, then uncovered for 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the pasta rest for 5 minutes before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes