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Buffalo Chicken Penne Bake

Buffalo Chicken Penne Bake: A Lighter Comfort Food Dream

Enjoy the indulgent flavors of Buffalo Chicken Penne Bake, a lighter comfort food made with creamy Greek yogurt and tender chicken.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Penne Pasta Opt for gluten-free for a lighter version.
For the Protein
  • 3 cups Cooked, Shredded Chicken Leftover turkey or rotisserie chicken works great.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Buffalo Sauce Adjust quantity to match heat preference.
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Use 2% or full-fat; non-fat is best avoided.
For the Cheese
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can be swapped with dairy-free cheese for a vegan option.
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Optional, omit if keeping it dairy-free.
For the Garnish
  • 3 stalks Chopped Green Onions Adds color and flavor.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
Optional Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup Crumbled Blue Cheese For additional flavor.
  • to taste Extra Hot Sauce Serve on the side for added spice.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add penne pasta and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. Whisk together buffalo sauce and Greek yogurt in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  4. Fold in shredded chicken, penne pasta, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, top with remaining mozzarella and sprinkle with Parmesan if using.
  6. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until hot, bubbly, and cheese is golden brown.
  7. Remove from oven, cool for a few minutes, garnish with green onions, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Drain pasta well to prevent watery sauce; use full-fat yogurt for best results; customize with added veggies if desired.

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