Best 5 Buffalo Chicken Pasta With Blue Cheese Sauce Recipes

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**Buffalo Chicken Pasta with Blue Cheese Sauce: A Flavorful Fusion of Bold and Creamy Indulgence**

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Buffalo Chicken Pasta with Blue Cheese Sauce recipe. This irresistible dish combines the fiery heat of buffalo chicken with the rich, creamy comfort of a blue cheese sauce, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Served over a bed of perfectly cooked pasta, this dish is a delightful balance of bold and creamy textures, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying and memorable meal. The article also offers variations of this classic dish, including a vegetarian version with crispy cauliflower instead of chicken, a spicy version with extra cayenne pepper, and a creamy version with a double dose of blue cheese.

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BUFFALO CHICKEN PASTA SALAD



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For anyone who likes Buffalo wings, this is a great change of pace from normal pasta salad. Really popular as a side dish for a barbeque or just about any gathering you can think of. You can substitute or add many different vegetables with this recipe.

Provided by Andrew C

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Rotini Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked rotini pasta
½ cup mayonnaise
1 cup chunky blue cheese dressing
½ cup buffalo wing sauce
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 pound frozen cooked chicken strips, defrosted and diced
½ cup red bell pepper, diced
½ cup green bell pepper, diced
1 cup red onion, diced

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the rotini, and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • Stir together the mayonnaise, blue cheese dressing, buffalo wing sauce, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the chicken, bell peppers, red onion, and cooked pasta and toss to coat with the dressing. Cover and chill at least 1 hour in the refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.2 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Cholesterol 40.2 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 1051.5 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

BUFFALO CHICKEN EMPANADAS WITH BLUE CHEESE SAUCE



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These little golden-brown pockets are fun to eat and feature the popular taste of Buffalo wings. Using rotisserie chicken and refrigerated pie pastry speeds up the preparation. -Melissa Millwood, Lyman, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 8 dozen (1 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 small onion, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
4-1/2 teaspoons canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups finely chopped rotisserie chicken
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup Buffalo wing sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
5 sheets refrigerated pie crust
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons water
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., In a large bowl, combine the chicken, mozzarella cheese, wing sauce, salt and pepper. Stir in the onion mixture., On a lightly floured surface, unroll 1 pie crust. Roll out into a 12-in. circle. Cut with a floured 3-in. biscuit cutter. Remove excess crust and reroll scraps. Repeat with remaining pie crusts., Beat eggs and water; brush over edges of 3-in. pie crust circles. Place heaping teaspoonfuls of filling in the centers. Fold crust in half over filling. Press edges with a fork to seal., Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Brush with remaining egg mixture. Bake at 400° until golden brown, 9-12 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring cream to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until slightly thickened, 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add blue cheese; cook and stir until cheese is melted and sauce thickens, 2 minutes longer. Serve with empanadas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BUFFALO CHICKEN PASTA WITH BLUE CHEESE SAUCE



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Make and share this Buffalo Chicken Pasta With Blue Cheese Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jfuson5

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb pasta
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup hot pepper sauce (Durkee)
2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
salt
4 cups chicken, rotisserie, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups blue cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup scallion, white and green parts, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain, do not rinse, and set aside.
  • In another large saucepan, heat the heavy cream, hot pepper sauce, garlic, black pepper and cayenne, if using, over medium heat, stirring until well blended. Season to taste with salt. Add hot pasta and chicken and stir until well coated and warmed through.
  • Remove the pasta from the heat and stir in blue cheese and scallions. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.9, Fat 33, SaturatedFat 20.2, Cholesterol 106.8, Sodium 996.1, Carbohydrate 61, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 2.6, Protein 18.7

BLUE CHEESE-STUFFED CHICKEN WITH BUFFALO SAUCE



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Make and share this Blue Cheese-Stuffed Chicken With Buffalo Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by wilson29th

Categories     High Protein

Time 35m

Yield 1 chicken breast, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 tablespoon reduced-fat sour cream
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons 2% low-fat milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 1/2 tablespoons butter, divided
6 tablespoons roasted red peppers, finely chopped (drained from the bottle)
2 teaspoons water
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350.
  • 2. Combine first 4 ingredients in a small bowl. Cut a horizontal slit through thickest portion of each chicken breast half to form a pocket. Stuff cheese mixture evenly into pockets.
  • 3. Place flour in a shallow dish. Combine milk and egg in a shallow dish, stirring well with a whisk. Place panko in a shallow dish. Working with 1 chicken breast at a time, dredge chicken in flour, then dip in egg mixture; dredge in panko. Repeat procedure with remaining chicken, flour, egg mixture, and panko.
  • 4. Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter to pan; swirl until butter melts. Arrange chicken in pan; cook 4 minutes or until browned. Turn chicken over; place skillet in oven. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes or until done.
  • 5. While chicken bakes, combine remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons butter, bell peppers, water, Worcestershire, and garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer; cook until butter melts. Remove from heat, and stir in hot sauce. Serve sauce with chicken.

BUFFALO CHICKEN BITES WITH BLUE CHEESE DIPPING SAUCE



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Enjoy these fried chicken bites coated with Bisquick® mix and cornmeal mixture. Serve these appetizers with dipping sauce.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 55m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 egg white
1/3 cup Frank's™ RedHot™ Buffalo Wings Sauce
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 40 (1-inch) pieces
3/4 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
3 tablespoons cornmeal
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Vegetable oil
3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (3 oz)
6 tablespoons sour cream
6 tablespoons light mayonnaise
3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix egg white and Buffalo wing sauce. Stir in chicken. Cover; refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • Line cookie sheet with waxed paper. In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, place Bisquick mix, cornmeal, salt and pepper. With slotted spoon, remove 1/4 of chicken pieces from bowl and add to bag; seal bag and shake to coat. Repeat with remaining chicken pieces. Tap off excess Bisquick mixture and place chicken on cookie sheet.
  • In small bowl, mix dipping sauce ingredients until well combined. Cover; refrigerate until serving time.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil (1/4 inch) over medium-high heat 2 to 4 minutes. Cook chicken bites in oil in batches, about 1/3 at a time, 3 to 4 minutes, turning once, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve chicken with dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 1/2, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make all the difference in the final dish. Use the best quality chicken, pasta, and vegetables that you can find.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the heat level: The amount of cayenne pepper and hot sauce you use will determine the spiciness of the dish. If you like it mild, use less. If you like it spicy, use more.
  • Cook the chicken until it's cooked through: This is important for both food safety and flavor. Make sure the chicken is cooked through before you add it to the sauce.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Pasta should be cooked al dente, which means it should still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Make sure the sauce is hot and bubbly: This will help the sauce to adhere to the pasta and chicken. If the sauce is too cold, it will be runny and watery.
  • Serve the pasta immediately: This dish is best served hot and fresh. If you let it sit for too long, the pasta will start to absorb the sauce and become soggy.

Conclusion:

Buffalo chicken pasta with blue cheese sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of spicy, creamy, and tangy flavors, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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