Best 3 Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Casserole Recipes

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with this delectable Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Casserole, a harmonious blend of bold flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish is a symphony of tender chicken smothered in a rich and creamy buffalo sauce, nestled amidst a layer of savory rice and topped with a golden-brown, gooey cheese crust. Each bite is an explosion of heat, spice, and cheesy goodness, guaranteed to leave you craving more. The recipe also includes two additional variations to cater to different preferences: a Creamy Buffalo Chicken Casserole for those who prefer a milder kick and a Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Casserole for pasta enthusiasts. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will satisfy your cravings and leave you feeling utterly content.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUFFALO CHICKEN PASTA BAKE RECIPE

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Combining buffalo chicken, cheese, and pasta in one casserole creates a meal that everyone will love. This Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake is delicious and can be on the table in 30 minutes.

Provided by Jocelyn @ Inside BruCrew Life

Categories Dinners, Sides, and Drinks

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups (8 ounces) uncooked, penne pasta (or substitute cooked cauliflower)
1 - 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup ranch dressing
1/3 cup hot sauce
2 cups shredded, cooked chicken (or 1 - 12.5 ounce can chunk chicken breast)
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
green onions, for garnish

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Spray an 8-inch casserole dish with nonstick spray.
Cook the pasta noodles, according to the package directions. Drain and drizzle with a little bit of olive oil to keep them from sticking.
Stir together the cream cheese, ranch, and hot sauce until creamy.
Add the chicken, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, and cooked pasta noodles to the cream cheese mixture and stir to combine. Spoon into the prepared dish.
Combine the remaining two cheeses and sprinkle over the top of the pasta. Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese on top is melted.
Remove and serve immediately with green onions, hot sauce, and ranch drizzles. Serves 6.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 78 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 29 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 21 grams protein, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 858 milligrams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams unsaturated fat

BUFFALO CHICKEN CASSEROLE

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Creamy and smooth with just a little bit of heat, this Buffalo Chicken Casserole is an easy dinner recipe that the whole family can enjoy!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (10 ½ ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup (NOT diluted)
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons buffalo wing sauce (or more, to taste)
1 (1 ounce) packet dry ranch seasoning and salad dressing mix
2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (I use a rotisserie chicken for this step)
6 ounces (about 2 cups) dry rotini pasta, cooked and drained
1 stalk celery, sliced (about ½ cup)
½ cup (about 4 ounces) grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
In a separate bowl, stir together condensed soup, softened cream cheese, milk, buffalo wing sauce, and ranch seasoning. Gently fold in chicken, cooked pasta and celery.
Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish. Sprinkle cheddar cheese over top.
Cover tightly with foil or a lid, and bake for about 20-25 minutes (or until hot and bubbly and cheese is melted).

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /6 of the casserole, Calories 311.8 kcal, Carbohydrate 29.9 g, Protein 19.3 g, Fat 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Cholesterol 62.5 mg, Sodium 984.1 mg, Fiber 1.5 g, Sugar 3.3 g, UnsaturatedFat 3.4 g

BUFFALO CHICKEN AND ROASTED POTATO CASSEROLE

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This recipe was passed to me by a friend whose husband loved Buffalo wings and baked potatoes. I made it for the first time for my crew of boys and it was a big hit. Being a single working mom and short on time, I made some shortcuts to the recipe and to my surprise, it tasted even better.

Provided by mammak

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

cooking spray
6 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
⅓ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
1 ½ teaspoons salt
8 potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (such as Great Value Fiesta Blend®)
1 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1 cup diced green onions

Steps:

Preheat oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Heat hot pepper sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, black pepper, paprika, and salt in a large skillet over low heat, stirring until thoroughly combined. Turn off heat. Toss potatoes in batches with the hot pepper sauce mixture to coat and use a slotted spoon to transfer potatoes to the prepared baking dish. Leave remaining sauce in skillet. Mix chicken into remaining sauce and allow to marinate while potatoes roast.
Bake potatoes until tender inside and crisp and brown outside, 45 to 50 minutes, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes.
Reduce oven heat to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
Spread chicken cubes over roasted potatoes. Sprinkle Mexican cheese blend, cooked bacon, and green onions over chicken. Return to oven and bake until chicken is cooked through and the cheese topping is bubbling, about 15 minutes.
Bake in oven until chicken is cooked through and the cheese topping is bubbling, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 92.5 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 34.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 1244.8 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

Tips:

To ensure even cooking, make sure the chicken is cut into uniform pieces.
For a crispier topping, use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs.
If you don't have ranch dressing mix, you can make your own by combining 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon dried parsley, 1 tablespoon dried dill, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and bake it as directed, then let it cool completely. Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, reheat in a 350°F oven until heated through.
Serve the casserole with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

This Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a game day party. The chicken is tender and flavorful, the sauce is creamy and cheesy, and the topping is crispy and golden brown. Whether you're a fan of buffalo chicken or just looking for a new and exciting casserole recipe, this dish is sure to please.