Buffalo Chicken Baked Ziti
Buffalo Chicken Baked Ziti blends creamy cheese, tender chicken, and spicy buffalo sauce into a comforting pasta bake.A crowd-pleasing dish that’s rich, tangy, and perfectly balanced.Great for family dinners, parties, or meal prep.A fiery twist on the classic baked ziti that you’ll make again and again.
Ingredients
- 12 oz ziti pasta
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to spice preference)
- 1 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish.
- Cook the ziti pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 1 minute.
- Add shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and cream cheese. Stir until creamy.
- Mix in ranch or blue cheese dressing, then add half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
- Combine the buffalo chicken mixture with cooked pasta.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Adjust buffalo sauce amount for milder or spicier flavor.
- Add extra cream cheese for a richer texture.
- Substitute ziti with penne or rigatoni if preferred.
- Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave.