Creamy Cheddar Buffalo Sausage Pasta
Creamy Cheddar Buffalo Sausage Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that brings together the rich creaminess of cheddar cheese and the fiery zest of buffalo sauce, all enveloped around perfectly cooked penne pasta. This dish is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to whip up, making it ideal for busy weeknights or gatherings with family and friends. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a meal that will impress any crowd. Add your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level to make it your own. Get ready for a flavor explosion that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- ½ cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté Italian sausage in olive oil until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream, buffalo sauce, chicken broth, garlic powder, and onion powder; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted into a smooth sauce.
- Toss cooked penne pasta into the skillet until well-coated with the sauce; heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg