Bold Creamy Buffalo Ranch Meatball Pasta
A comforting and indulgent dish combining creamy ranch, zesty buffalo sauce, tender meatballs, and perfectly cooked pasta, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Meat-based
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb meatballs (frozen or homemade)
- 12 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook the meatballs according to package instructions; set aside once they’re golden brown and cooked through.
- Sauté the garlic powder in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and uncooked pasta.
- Bring the concoction to a boil, then reduce it to a simmer. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
- Add in precooked meatballs, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheese. Mix until creamy and well combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
For added texture, consider tossing in sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. For a lighter option, swap heavy cream for half-and-half.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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