Description
Buffalo chicken pasta soup is the ultimate comfort food, marrying creamy and spicy flavors with hearty pasta. This dish features tender shredded chicken simmered in zesty buffalo sauce and mixed with soft noodles for a cozy meal that warms both the heart and stomach. Perfect for game nights or chilly evenings, this crowd-pleaser promises a flavor explosion in every bowl!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 cups elbow or rotini pasta
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions (sliced for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook chicken breasts in a large pot over medium heat until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent (about 3–5 minutes).
- Add chicken broth and buffalo sauce; stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Incorporate pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Lower heat and mix in softened cream cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Swap out pasta types or add veggies like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition without compromising flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days, reheating gently on the stove.