The spicy, creamy flavors of Buffalo chicken show up in all sorts of recipes, and this Buffalo Chicken Casserole recipe is my newest Buffalo-style creation! I know you’re going to love this cheesy pasta bake! It’s a simple casserole made with cooked shredded chicken, wing sauce, three types of cheeses, and tender pasta. You can have it ready and in the oven in just 20 minutes, and your family will not be able to resist the savory, tangy aromas as it bakes. Serve this with a simple salad or some roasted broccoli for a full and balanced meal any night of the week! Need more yummy Buffalo chicken recipes? Be sure to try my Buffalo Chicken Pasta, Buffalo Chicken Burger, and Buffalo Chicken Salad recipes too.
Buffalo Chicken Casserole with Pasta
Ingredients In Buffalo Chicken Casserole
Here’s what you need to make this spicy chicken dish and some details about the most important ingredients: Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Cooked Chicken: Cook two pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts and shred them into bite-sized pieces before starting this recipe. To save time, you can use 3 cups of any pre-cooked shredded chicken, including leftovers or a rotisserie chicken. Buffalo Sauce: Look for Franks Buffalo Wing Sauce at the store, or make my homemade wing sauce. Garlic and Onion: These savory aromatic vegetables are sauteed with the chicken to make it extra tasty. Cheese: You need three types of of cheese to make the perfect Buffalo chicken casserole: Shredded mozzarella, grated parmesan, and crumbled blue cheese. You could also throw in some grated cheddar cheese if you like. All cheese is welcome in this casserole! Ranch Dressing: Use your favorite bottled ranch dressing, or mix up a batch of my homemade ranch. This adds tons of flavor and creaminess to the recipe.
How To Make Buffalo chicken Casserole
Get ready by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch (22×33 cm) baking dish. Next, boil water and cook the pasta to al dente according to the package directions. While the pasta is boiling, start making the Buffalo Chicken for the casserole.
Casserole Recipe Tips
Cook the pasta to al dente: The pasta will continue to cook while the casserole is baking, so it’s important not to overcook it while boiling. Choose your baking dish: This recipe calls for a 9×13-inch (22×33 cm) glass or ceramic baking dish. If you use a different size, you may need to adjust your baking time since the casserole will be thinner or thicker. Taste and adjust: The amount of wing sauce used in this recipe is enough to be sure that you taste it, but not so much that it’s too spicy. Feel free to add some extra hot sauce to the chicken mixture if you want extra heat. Use the right sauce: This recipe calls for “wing sauce” which is generally hot sauce that is mellowed out by mixing it with butter. Be sure not to use straight hot sauce, or your casserole will be much too spicy. Try variations: Replace the pasta in this recipe with cooked rice or potatoes for a slightly different but still delicious meal. Make it extra creamy: Stir in a few tablespoons of mayo, sour cream, or Greek yogurt if you want the pasta to be extra rich.
Storing Tips
Storing Leftovers: Store leftover buffalo chicken pasta bake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheating: It’s easily reheated in the microwave, and the leftovers are even tastier for lunch the next day! Make Ahead: Instead of baking this casserole recipe right away you can assemble it, and cover it with plastic wrap or foil, and keep it in the fridge for up to two days. Bake as directed in the recipe when it’s time for dinner.
Can You Freeze Buffalo Chicken Casserole?
You can! If you’re cooking for one or two, freezing the leftovers is a perfect option. Once the casserole has been baked, wrap well, or place it in airtight freezer containers, label, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating.
Can I Make this with Chicken Thighs?
Any kind of pre-cooked chicken can be used in this recipe. I often use a shredded grocery store rotisserie chicken, but you can also use leftovers or cook some chicken breasts or chicken thighs just for this occasion.
How to Make Shredded Chicken?
You can cook chicken in a variety of ways to get shredded chicken for this casserole recipe. In my Buffalo chicken sliders recipe, I show you how to cook chicken breasts in a skillet before shredding them. You could also use crockpot shredded chicken or learn how to boil chicken breasts to add to all sorts of recipes. It’s so simple to make this delicious Buffalo Chicken Casserole with Pasta, and I know that your family is going to love it! Make it, save it, and Pin it for more people to enjoy too! © Little Sunny Kitchen
