This buffalo ranch pasta recipe is a perfect combination of spicy and creamy flavors. The pasta is cooked al dente and tossed in a tangy buffalo ranch sauce, made with hot sauce and creamy ranch dressing. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or for special occasions. The combination of buffalo sauce and ranch dressing creates a tasty and bold flavor that will leave you craving for more. Serve it with a side of crunchy vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced carrots
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Directions
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine hot sauce, ranch dressing, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, carrots, blue cheese, and parsley.
- Add the cooked and shredded chicken to the bowl and toss to coat it in the sauce.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the bowl and toss until it is well coated in the buffalo ranch sauce.
- Garnish with additional blue cheese and parsley, if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Buffalo sauce originated in Buffalo, New York, hence the name.
Buffalo sauce is traditionally made with a combination of hot sauce and melted butter.
Ranch dressing was first created in the 1950s by a plumber named Steve Henson.
Ranch dressing is one of the most popular salad dressings in the United States.