Description

Get ready to meet your new favorite comfort meal — this One-Pan Buffalo Ranch Chicken & Sausage Pasta is a flavor explosion you won’t forget. Packed with tender chicken, smoky sausage, spicy buffalo sauce, and creamy ranch goodness, this easy dinner idea is cooked all in one pan for maximum flavor and minimum cleanup. Whether you need a quick dinner, a cozy comfort food option, or fresh dinner ideas that’ll wow your family, this easy recipe delivers every single time. The creamy buffalo sauce clings to every bite of pasta, giving you bold, rich flavors with a spicy, savory kick. Perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or casual entertaining, this dish is the ultimate combination of bold and comforting, quick and hearty.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced
1 cup buffalo sauce
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups chicken broth
12 ounces penne pasta (uncooked)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken pieces and sausage slices until golden brown. Remove from pan and set aside.
In the same pan, combine buffalo sauce, heavy cream, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and chicken broth. Stir and bring to a simmer, scraping up browned bits.
Add uncooked pasta directly into the sauce, stirring well to coat. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender (about 12–15 minutes).
Return the cooked chicken and sausage to the pan. Stir everything together and cook for a few more minutes until heated through.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes