Description

This Buffalo Garlic Chicken Bites with Creamy Ranch Cajun Alfredo Pasta recipe combines spicy buffalo-marinated chicken bites with a rich, creamy Cajun Alfredo pasta. The dish features tender chicken seared to perfection and a luscious sauce made with heavy cream, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and Parmesan, delivering a flavorful and satisfying meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual get-together.

Ingredients

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Chicken Bites

500g chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
3 tablespoons buffalo sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Pasta and Sauce

250g rotini pasta
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons cream cheese
1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped parsley or green onion

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Instructions

Marinate Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized chunks and marinate with olive oil, minced garlic, buffalo sauce, salt, and pepper for 10–15 minutes to infuse flavors.
Sear Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the marinated chicken pieces until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Cook Pasta: Boil rotini pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Prepare Sauce Base: In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in cream cheese and ranch seasoning, mixing until smooth and creamy.
Add Cream and Seasonings: Whisk in heavy cream, then add Cajun seasoning and Parmesan cheese. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens.
Toss Pasta in Sauce: Add cooked pasta to the sauce and stir to coat evenly. Use reserved pasta water to achieve desired sauce consistency if needed.
Serve: Plate the creamy Cajun Alfredo pasta and top with the buffalo garlic chicken bites. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onion before serving.

Notes

For a spicier kick, increase the buffalo sauce or Cajun seasoning amount.
Chicken thighs can be used instead of breast for juicier bites.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor.
Adjust the cream quantity if you prefer a thicker or thinner sauce.
Gluten-free pasta can be substituted to make the dish gluten-free.