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Slow Cooker Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Pasta

This one won’t be for the calorie-conscious, but it WILL be one of the most decadent and delicious meals you ever make in your slow cooker! Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Pasta gets rave reviews time after time. A bowl (or two) of this cheesy, creamy pasta will satisfy all your carb cravings.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 653kcal
Author Jennifer Draper

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce 1/4 cup now, 1/4 cup later
  • 1 tablespoon ranch dressing mix from a packet
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water
  • 16 ounces linguine noodles
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Place chicken, broth, 1/4 cup buffalo sauce, and seasonings in slow cooker.
  • Top with cream cheese and shredded cheese.
  • Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours.
  • When chicken is fully cooked, remove it from slow cooker and shred with two forks in separate bowl.
  • Add remaining 1/4 cup of buffalo sauce to chicken and toss to coat. Set chicken aside.
  • Whisk together cornstarch and water and add mixture to slow cooker.
  • In slow cooker, use a whisk to stir melted cheese and softened cream cheese (added in step 2) until all ingredients are combined and smooth with no lumps.
  • Break noodles in half and place in slow cooker.
  • Top noodles with shredded chicken and cover.
  • Turn slow cooker on high for an additional 30-60 minutes until noodles are fully cooked. Stir noodles 3-4 times during cooking with tongs or a large fork.
  • If noodles are not done after 30-60 minutes, add extra broth or water, 1/4 cup at a time or as needed.
  • Optional: Garnish pasta with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, add a splash of broth or water to help the sauce to be smooth.
  • When making pasta in the slow cooker, your best results will come if you use tongs or a large fork to stir occasionally.
  • Reduce the spice level by using less buffalo sauce or a milder wing sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 653kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 1324mg | Potassium: 786mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 763IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 198mg | Iron: 2mg