Description
Craving something spicy, creamy, and irresistibly cheesy—all in one pan? This One-Pot Honey Butter Buffalo Chicken & Mozzarella Pasta is your new go-to comfort food recipe. Juicy chicken, zesty buffalo sauce, sweet honey butter, and melty mozzarella come together with tender pasta in a bold, saucy combo that’s ready in just 30 minutes. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, meal prep, or an indulgent but easy weekend treat. Great for fans of spicy pasta, easy dinner recipes, and bold food ideas that don’t hold back on flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
- 12 oz pasta (cavatappi, penne, or rigatoni)
- 3 1/2 cups water or chicken broth (enough to cover pasta)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Splash of heavy cream or milk (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and sear until golden brown and cooked through (5–7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium and add remaining butter. Stir in honey and buffalo sauce. Let bubble for 1–2 minutes.
- Add pasta to the pot and pour in enough water or broth to just cover the noodles.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Return cooked chicken to the pot. Turn off heat, then stir in mozzarella and optional cream until melted and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with your favorite toppings or sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes