Instant pot Buffalo chicken pasta is loaded with white meat chicken, pasta, cheese, and the classic kick of Buffalo sauce. It's a dish that any Buffalo chicken lover will adore.

If you love Buffalo chicken, then this recipe is for you. Classic Buffalo chicken flavor comes together with a cheesy sauce and pasta, and it's all topped with blue cheese and chopped green onion.

Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta

Buffalo chicken is a classic flavor that you most often find on game days, but I decided to turn it into a weeknight meal with this recipe. I add all the classic flavor with Buffalo sauce, and I make it fast in the instant pot.

Ingredients

You'll only need a few simple ingredients to make this flavorful meal.

• olive oil
• chicken breasts
• chicken broth
• milk
• buffalo sauce
• rotini pasta
• cream cheese
• cheddar cheese
• blue cheese crumbles
• green onions

Instructions

A few simple steps and a few minutes are all it takes to make this recipe.

Step 1: Add olive oil to the Instant Pot.

Step 2: Turn on Instant Pot to SAUTE.

Step 3: Once the Instant Pot is hot, add the chicken and sauté until cooked through.

Step 4: Turn the Instant Pot off.

Step 5: In this order, add the chicken broth, milk, buffalo sauce, pasta, and cream cheese. Do not stir.

Step 6: Place lid on Instant Pot.

Step 7: Close the pressure valve. PRESSURE on high for 5 minutes. Then QUICK RELEASE.

Step 8: When pressure is released, stir ingredients together.

Step 9: Add shredded cheese and stir until combined.

Step 10: If you choose, top with crumbled blue cheese and green onions.

Equipment

It only takes a few basic pieces of kitchen equipment to make this recipe.

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Instant Pot
• Spoon

Substitutions

Chicken Thigs: You can use boneless chicken thighs for this recipe, as well.

Any Macaroni Noodle: You can use any short macaroni noodle shape you like.

Options

Looking for ways to change up this instant pot Buffalo chicken pasta? Here are some suggestions.

Diced Jalapenos: Add diced jalapenos for an extra kick of heat.

Hot Sauce: Another spicy option is to add a bit of hot sauce to the sauce.

Tips:

• Cut your chicken into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
• If you can, grate your own cheese. Packaged shredded cheese is filled with preservatives and additives.
• Don't stir the sauce ingredients before cooking. The perfect texture is achieved by stirring them afterward.

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Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta

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