Description
Buffalo Chicken Spinach Alfredo combines the bold flavors of buffalo chicken with the creamy goodness of spinach Alfredo sauce. This dish is perfect for those who love a bit of heat and a lot of comfort in their meals. Tender chicken pieces are coated in spicy buffalo sauce, then mixed with a rich, cheesy Alfredo sauce and fresh spinach, all served over your favorite pasta. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners and sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the chicken:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the buffalo sauce to the skillet and stir to coat the chicken evenly. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Alfredo sauce:
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Add the fresh spinach to the sauce and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine and serve:
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to your preferred level of spiciness.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or milk for the heavy cream.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated, but add a splash of milk or cream when reheating to keep the sauce creamy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: buffalo chicken, spinach Alfredo, creamy pasta, easy dinner recipe, spicy chicken pasta, comfort food, quick dinner, family meal