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.
Ingredients
- 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
- Cut chicken into cubes or thin strips
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning
✅ Step 2: Sear the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat
- Sear chicken until golden (not fully cooked)
- Remove and set aside
✅ Step 3: Make the Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- Lower heat to medium-low
- Add a bit more olive oil if needed
- Stir in cream cheese, parmesan, heavy cream, and BWW Garlic Parmesan Sauce
- Mix until smooth and creamy
✅ Step 4: Simmer the Chicken
- Add chicken back to the skillet
- Simmer for 10–12 minutes until fully cooked and sauce thickens
✅ Step 5: Cook the Pasta
- Boil pasta in salted water until al dente
- Drain, but don’t rinse
✅ Step 6: Combine Everything
- Add pasta to the sauce and chicken
- Toss gently to coat
- Thin with pasta water or broth if needed
✅ Step 7: Serve It Up
- Plate hot
- Garnish with more parmesan, parsley, or red pepper flakes
- Pair with garlic bread or a fresh salad
🔥 Tips for Creamy Perfection
- Use room temperature cream cheese for faster melting
- Grate parmesan fresh for the best texture
- Keep pasta slightly undercooked to absorb the sauce better
- Save a little pasta water to adjust sauce thickness
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 620 kcal |
| Total Fat | 40 g |
| Saturated Fat | 18 g |
| Cholesterol | 110 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 36 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Protein | 34 g |
| Sodium | 860 mg |
| Potassium | 480 mg |
Note: Nutritional values are approximate and based on typical ingredients. For accurate results, calculate with your specific brands and measurements.