Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta dish is so so so good, and it is so quick to whip up. Cook it all in your Instant Pot for a quick dinner, and the leftovers taste even better the next day! The flavors really infuse well together. I love pretty much all that has hot sauce, it is a natural choice to use it in this dish. The hot sauce mixed with the ranch and bacon, really adds so much flavor and dimension to the dish. Change things up and add a new recipe to the mix, this is a family favorite I have been making for years!
Adult Mac And Cheese Recipe
This recipe is similar to what you would call an adult version of mac n cheese that got a major upgrade. You have Instant Pot buffalo chicken pasta shredded chicken, bacon, pasta, lots of cheesy goodness, some heat from the hot sauce, and ranch for a mix of flavors.
Craving more buffalo recipes
Also if you like a little spice you also need to try my Instant Pot Buffalo Ranch Chicken Dip Or Even Buffalo Cauliflower It is perfect for game nights, potlucks, and a special treat to break up the week.
Can I Use Pre Shredded Chicken in Buffalo Chicken Pasta
Yes, you can! You would just skip the first steps of cooking the chicken. At times if I have pre-shredded chicken I use that. Otherwise, I cook the chicken frozen, it is a game-changer! No need to thaw your chicken, toss it in frozen.
What Type of Pasta To Use For Buffalo Chicken Pasta
You are welcome to use any medium-sized pasta. Penne, shells, elbow, bow tie, and the list goes on.
We personally like the penne bit feel free to use whatever you have on hand. Just make sure it is dry pasta, not homemade.
What If I Don’t Have Instant Pot Duo For the Last Step
The last step is to melt the cheese you sprinkle on top with the air frying lid. If you don’t have the Instant Pot Duo with an air fryer, simply skip this step. Or place in a dish and broil in the oven for a minute or two.
It will taste just as good. I love being able to swap my lid and go from pressure cooking to air fryer in a minute.
What To Serve With Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken
- Corn, broccoli, green beans, etc
- Crisp green salad
- Bread or dinner rolls
We tend to eat this alone or pair with a salad. Feel free to reach for any of your favorite sides to pair it with.
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How To Store Leftover Chicken Buffalo Pasta
Store leftover buffalo pasta in the refrigerator for up to three days. Anything after you will want to toss out. Due to the ingredients, this recipe does not thaw well if frozen. It will separate and the pasta can become soggy.
So if you like easy meals, that are hearty and wholesome, and full of delicious goodness, then this is a must try the recipe. Dust off your Instant Pot and get to cooking. Or if you are like me, you don’t allow your Instant Pot to have time to collect dust cause you are always using it!

Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta
Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Pasta dish is so so so good, and it is so quick to whip up. Cook it all in your Instant Pot for a quick dinner, and the leftovers taste even better the next day! The flavors really infuse well together
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts about 1 pound
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 16 oz pasta
- 1 cup hot sauce
- 4 tbs butter
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 4 oz 3 cheese blend Mexican cheese
- 3 cups water
- Bacon bits or 3 pieces of bacon crumbled
Instructions
- Add Butter, Hot Sauce, 1 cup water and chicken to the instant pot
- Add Chicken Breast Frozen or thawed
- Place on the Poultry button or 14 minutes On manual high pressure.
- Do a quick release.
- Remove chicken only and shred.
- Add dry pasta
- Add shredded chicken to the top
- Add Cream Cheese and Ranch dressing
- Pour in 2 cups water do not stir.
- Place on manual high pressure for 4 minutes.
- do a quick release.
- Stir and remove place in a pan top with cheese and bacon and broil for 1-2 minutes just to melt the cheese.
- Or use your crisper lid on the ninja foodi or Instant pot duo crisp
- Place on air crips at 400 degrees for 1-2 minutes until cheese melts
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 487Total Fat: 36gSaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1141mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 22g
Debbie
Thursday 21st of January 2021
If I cut this recipe in half, do I still use the same cooking times?
Adventures of a Nurse
Thursday 21st of January 2021
Yes
Elizabeth
Saturday 18th of April 2020
Can someone help figure out why mine come out too watery? Iām new to the instant pot so it was probably user error. I added the 2 cups of water when putting the shredded chicken and pasta into the existing water from initially cooking the chicken. Any and all help appreciated š
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Sallyjojo
Wednesday 29th of January 2020
Now I know why it was so hot! Recipe says 1 Cup of hot sauce, NOT 1/4 cup of hot sauce!!! Next time, if there is one, 1/4 cup!
Sallyjojo
Tuesday 28th of January 2020
Too spicy for us, next time half the hot sauce, used frozen chicken breast, still not cooked thru after 19 minutes, just chopped it up and threw it in with the rest of the ingredients. Simply and tasty.