Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)

• 3 cups cooked pasta (penne, rotini, or shells)

• 1 cup buffalo sauce (like Frank’s)

• 1 cup ranch dressing

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella

• ½ cup cream cheese, softened

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp paprika

• Salt & pepper to taste

• ½ cup crumbled bacon (optional)

• Green onions for topping

Instructions

1. Make the Sauce
   In a pot on medium heat, whisk together buffalo sauce, ranch, heavy cream, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt & pepper.
   Heat until smooth and creamy.

2. Combine Pasta & Chicken
   Add cooked pasta and cooked chicken to the sauce.
   Stir until fully coated.

3. Assemble the Bake
   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   Spread half the pasta mixture into a baking dish.
   Sprinkle half the cheddar + mozzarella.
   Add the rest of the pasta and top with the remaining cheese.

4. Bake
   Bake 20–25 minutes until bubbly, cheesy, and lightly golden on top.

5. Finish
   Add bacon (if using) and green onions before serving.