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Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Creamy, cheesy, and full of garlicky goodness, this copycat recipe brings restaurant-style flavor to your kitchen. Made with tender chicken, rich parmesan garlic sauce, and your favorite pasta—it’s the ultimate comfort dish.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless (skinless chicken breasts or thighs)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 jar (12 oz Buffalo Wild Wings Garlic Parmesan Sauce)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (cubed and softened)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth (optional, for thinning sauce)
  • 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 12 oz rotini pasta (or penne/fettuccine if preferred)
  • Optional: red pepper flakes or hot sauce (for extra spice)

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Chicken

  1. Cut chicken into cubes or thin strips
  2. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning

✅ Step 2: Sear the Chicken

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat
  2. Sear chicken until golden (not fully cooked)
  3. Remove and set aside

✅ Step 3: Make the Garlic Parmesan Sauce

  1. Lower heat to medium-low
  2. Add a bit more olive oil if needed
  3. Stir in cream cheese, parmesan, heavy cream, and BWW Garlic Parmesan Sauce
  4. Mix until smooth and creamy

✅ Step 4: Simmer the Chicken

  1. Add chicken back to the skillet
  2. Simmer for 10–12 minutes until fully cooked and sauce thickens

✅ Step 5: Cook the Pasta

  1. Boil pasta in salted water until al dente
  2. Drain, but don’t rinse

✅ Step 6: Combine Everything

  1. Add pasta to the sauce and chicken
  2. Toss gently to coat
  3. Thin with pasta water or broth if needed

✅ Step 7: Serve It Up

  1. Plate hot
  2. Garnish with more parmesan, parsley, or red pepper flakes
  3. Pair with garlic bread or a fresh salad

🔥 Tips for Creamy Perfection

  1. Use room temperature cream cheese for faster melting
  2. Grate parmesan fresh for the best texture
  3. Keep pasta slightly undercooked to absorb the sauce better
  4. Save a little pasta water to adjust sauce thickness

Notes

Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

NutrientAmount
Calories620 kcal
Total Fat40 g
Saturated Fat18 g
Cholesterol110 mg
Carbohydrates36 g
Dietary Fiber2 g
Sugar3 g
Protein34 g
Sodium860 mg
Potassium480 mg

Note: Nutritional values are approximate and based on typical ingredients. For accurate results, calculate with your specific brands and measurements.

  • Author: fastzestyrecipes.com
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: dinner, Main Course
  • Cuisine: American