Description
This Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish combining tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich garlic parmesan sauce with penne pasta. Prepared in a slow cooker for ease, this recipe creates a comforting meal perfect for weeknight dinners, topped off with shredded parmesan cheese and served with garlic bread for an irresistible Italian-American fusion.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1 12 oz jar Buffalo Wild Wings Parmesan Garlic wing sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Pasta
- 1 16 oz box of penne pasta
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Spray the bottom of the crockpot with non-stick spray or line it to prevent sticking.
- Add Chicken and Sauces: Place the 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot, then pour the Buffalo Wild Wings Parmesan Garlic wing sauce and heavy cream evenly over the chicken.
- Add Cream Cheese and Parmesan: Distribute the cubed cream cheese and shredded parmesan cheese evenly on top of the sauce.
- Cook the Chicken: Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Carefully shred the cooked chicken breasts in the crockpot using two forks, mixing it well with the sauce.
- Cook Pasta: Meanwhile, cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain thoroughly.
- Combine Pasta and Chicken: Add the cooked pasta directly to the crockpot with the shredded chicken and sauce mixture, stirring gently to combine all ingredients well.
- Serve: Plate the pasta and chicken mixture and serve warm with garlic bread on the side for a complete meal.
Notes
- Kick Up The Spice: Add a dash of red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the crockpot for extra heat.
- Room Temperature Cream Cheese: Helps prevent the cream cheese from curdling during slow cooking for a smooth sauce.
- Substitute for BWW Sauce: If unavailable, mix Alfredo sauce with roasted garlic salad dressing or use a garlic parmesan sauce as alternatives.
- Don’t Overcook Pasta: Cook penne al dente or slightly under to avoid mushiness when mixed with the sauce.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: Reheat leftovers in a microwave-safe bowl for 1-2 minutes or until thoroughly warmed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
