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Garlic Parmesan chicken and pasta recipe

Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan chicken and pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy dinner at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 577 kcal

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2-3 tablespoons avocado oil divided
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 pound rotini (Alternatively use penne, ziti, or farfalle pasta, uncooked)
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 12 ounce bottle Buffalo Wild Wings Parmesan Garlic Sauce
  • 8 ounce cream cheese
  • 1 ½ cups half and half (more if you like it saucier)
  • ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • Parsley for garnish
  • Parmesan cheese for garnish
  • Red pepper flakes for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil.
  • Pat the chicken breasts dry, then season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  • Place the chicken in the hot skillet and cook for 4-6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Cook in batches if needed, adding more oil when flipping. Adjust the time for larger pieces.
  • Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and return to the pot.
  • In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
  • Sauté the onions for 2-3 minutes until soft, then add the garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in the Parmesan Garlic Sauce, cream cheese, and half-and-half until smooth and creamy.
  • Remove from heat and mix in the grated Parmesan.
  • Add the sliced chicken to the pasta, then pour the sauce over the top and stir to combine.
  • Garnish with parsley, extra Parmesan, and red pepper flakes if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

  1. Use any pasta you like. While I used Rotini, Penne, ziti, or bow tie are great options. Cook until al dente to keep the texture firm.
  2. Whole milk can replace half-and-half; use ½ cup less and add more if needed before mixing with the pasta.
  3. Both regular and reduced-fat cream cheese work for this recipe.
  4. Swap Parmesan for another cheese like Mozzarella if preferred.
  5. Leftover, precooked, rotisserie, or frozen (cooked) chicken all work—just make sure it’s heated through before adding to the pasta.
  6. The Buffalo Wild Wings Parmesan Garlic sauce is already flavorful, but adjust the seasoning to taste before mixing it in.
  7. For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 577kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 38gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 635mgPotassium: 691mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 721IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 185mgIron: 1mg
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