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Few dishes combine bold heat, creamy comfort, and a touch of indulgence like this recipe. Imagine tender chicken bites tossed in a sticky buffalo garlic glaze, perched on a bed of creamy Cajun Alfredo rotini, paired with fresh celery, carrots, and a cool ranch dip for the perfect finish.
This is not just a weeknight meal; it’s a flavor-packed experience. The crispy bite of the chicken, balanced by the cooling ranch and al dente pasta, makes every forkful crave-worthy. Perfect for family dinners, weekend treats, or game-day spreads.
Why You’ll Love This Ultimate Buffalo Garlic Chicken Bites Recipe
- Combines spicy, garlicky, creamy, and fresh flavors in one dish.
- Quick enough for weeknights but impressive for entertaining.
- Customizable with your favorite pasta, level of heat, and dipping sauces.
What Type of Pasta Works Best for This Dish?
Rotini or fusilli works perfectly to trap the creamy Cajun Alfredo sauce, but penne or bowties are also great alternatives.
Ingredients for Ultimate Buffalo Garlic Chicken Bites with Ranch Cajun Alfredo Pasta
Each ingredient plays a role in creating a perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and freshness.
- Boneless chicken breast or thighs – for tender, juicy bites.
- Buffalo sauce – the key to bold, spicy flavor.
- Garlic cloves & garlic powder – enhances savory notes.
- Unsalted butter – helps the sauce cling to chicken.
- Cajun seasoning – for the pasta’s smoky, zesty kick.
- Heavy cream & Parmesan cheese – make the Alfredo rich and velvety.
- Rotini pasta – holds the sauce in every twist.
- Celery & carrot sticks – a crunchy, cooling side.
- Ranch dressing – balances the heat with a creamy dip.
- Fresh parsley – for garnish and a pop of freshness.
How To Make the Ultimate Buffalo Garlic Chicken Bites Recipe
Step 1 – Prep and Cook the Pasta
Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, drain, and toss lightly with butter or olive oil to prevent sticking.
Step 2 – Make the Cajun Alfredo Sauce
In a pan, melt butter, add minced garlic, and stir in Cajun seasoning. Pour in heavy cream, simmer until slightly thickened, then whisk in Parmesan until smooth.
Step 3 – Cook the Chicken Bites
Season chicken pieces with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pan-fry or air-fry until golden and crispy.
Step 4 – Coat Chicken with Buffalo Garlic Sauce
Combine melted butter, minced garlic, and buffalo sauce. Toss the cooked chicken until evenly coated.
Step 5 – Assemble and Serve
Plate Cajun Alfredo pasta, top with buffalo garlic chicken bites, sprinkle fresh parsley, and serve with carrot/celery sticks and ranch.
Serving and Storing Buffalo Garlic Chicken Bites Pasta
This recipe feeds 4 people generously. Serve hot for best flavor. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave with a splash of cream to keep the pasta creamy.
What to Serve With Buffalo Garlic Chicken Bites?
1. Garlic Bread
Perfect for scooping up the creamy Cajun Alfredo sauce.
2. Roasted Broccoli or Asparagus
Balances the rich flavors with a fresh crunch.
3. Caesar Salad
Adds a crisp, refreshing contrast.
4. Corn on the Cob
Sweet and buttery to mellow the spice.
5. Sweet Potato Fries
Their caramelized sweetness complements the buffalo heat.
6. Pickled Jalapeños or Onions
A tangy kick for spice lovers.
7. Fresh Lemonade or Iced Tea
The perfect cooling beverages to pair.
Want More Pasta and Chicken Ideas?
If you loved this bold and creamy dish, you’ll enjoy these other comforting favorites:
- Garlic Butter Meatballs with Velvety Parmesan Penne
- Crazy Good Chicken Pasta Casserole
- Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe
- Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta
- Buffalo Chicken Lasagna – A Spicy Cheesy Twist
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Ultimate Buffalo Garlic Chicken Bites Recipe with Ranch Cajun Alfredo Twisted Pasta
Equipment
- Large pot
- Skillet or pan
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless chicken breast or thighs
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup celery sticks
- 1 cup carrot sticks
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, drain, and toss with a little butter or olive oil.
- In a pan, melt butter, sauté garlic, and stir in Cajun seasoning. Add heavy cream and simmer, then whisk in Parmesan to make Alfredo sauce.
- Season chicken pieces with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook in a pan or air fryer until golden and fully cooked.
- Toss cooked chicken with buffalo sauce, melted butter, and minced garlic until evenly coated.
- Plate pasta with Alfredo sauce, top with buffalo chicken, garnish with parsley, and serve with celery, carrots, and ranch.