Fall has arrived in Michigan! As I write this, it’s super gray and rainy outside but my porch is brightly decorated with giant pots of mums and all the pumpkins and gourds you can imagine. How long it takes: 55 minutes Equipment you’ll need: Instant Pot Servings: 6 We’re hosting a lot of friends and family over the next few weeks (this chili will be happening!), and I’m feeling festive. I really do love fall. It’s just the impending months of snow that I’m not too wild about. With the cooler temps, we’re all craving cozier meals. This buffalo chicken pasta fits the bill.
About this Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta
Satisfying and cozy. This pasta recipe is ultra-creamy, filling, and has just enough spicy heat to warm you up from the inside out. It’s perfect for game days, fall entertaining, or just chilly nights when you need a quick and easy meal. Made in one pot. The Instant Pot does it all. It’s so easy, you won’t believe it. My Instant Pot pasta recipe with sausage, spinach, and tomatoes has been super popular so I’ve been bringing you more pasta recipes for your pressure cooker. Instant Pot macaroni and cheese is so ridiculously creamy and Instant Pot spaghetti and meat sauce is another favorite. Scroll to the end of the post for more Instant Pot recipes.
How To Make Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta
Start by sautéing the chicken, celery, and onions until the chicken is no longer pink. Add garlic, and your kitchen will smell heavenly. Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and hot sauce (as little or as much as you like, you can always add more later). Scrape the bottom of the pan. This will prevent any of those pesky burn notices. Add the pasta and submerge it all into the liquid. It’s time for the pressure cooker to work its magic. After it pressurizes (about 15 minutes), it only has to cook for 5 minutes. The pasta will look a bit soupy when you remove the cover. Don’t worry! It will thicken when you add the cheese. Let it rest for 10 minutes or so, partially covered, to let the pasta absorb the liquid. When you’re ready to serve the Buffalo chicken pasta, garnish it with blue cheese crumbles and green onions.
Ways To Change This Pasta Recipe
Not crazy about blue cheese? Substitute an equal amount of your favorite ranch dressing for the blue cheese dressing. Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese. Make it a casserole. Spread the Buffalo chicken pasta in a baking dish coated lightly with nonstick spray (9 x 13 inch works well), top with a little extra cheese and bake at 350ºF or until golden brown and bubbling. Use regular pasta of your choice. This recipe is just as delicious with regular white pasta instead of whole wheat pasta. More Buffalo chicken recipes: Try crockpot Buffalo chicken dip, crockpot Buffalo chicken sandwiches or air fryer Buffalo cauliflower bites!
Storage & Reheating Tips
Store any leftovers in a covered container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Buffalo chicken pasta reheats really well! You can easily pop it in the microwave, but it’s also great baked (follow the directions above or in the recipe card). in your Instant Pot!
