Creamy Buffalo Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Caramelized Onions

Creamy Buffalo Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Caramelized Onions
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp olive oil - divided
- 2 tbsp butter
- 12 oz pasta
- 4 thin chicken breasts - or 2 chicken breasts sliced in half horizontally
- 1 yellow onion - thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic - minced
- 1/2 jalapeño - thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tsp chicken bouillon
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup Buffalo sauce - divided
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup reserved pasta water
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Chopped parsley - for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Then drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, 1.5 tbsp Buffalo sauce, and 2 tsp olive oil. Mix until evenly coated.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken in a single layer and cook 5-6 minutes per side without moving, until lightly charred and fully cooked through. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into strips. Set aside.
- In a separate large pan or Dutch oven, heat the remaining olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 4-5 minutes. Add a splash of water, cover, and let it cook for another 10 minutes, stirring every 2-3 minutes. Add more water as needed until the onions are soft and lightly caramelized.
- Add the garlic and jalapeño, and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the chicken bouillon, honey, remaining Buffalo sauce, heavy cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan, and reserved pasta water. Mix well and let simmer for 1–2 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated in the sauce.
- Plate the pasta and top with the sliced chicken. Garnish with chopped parsley and enjoy!
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