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Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta

Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta in Just 35 Minutes

This one-pot creamy rotisserie chicken broccoli pasta is a quick dinner option with flavor and nutrition, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Penne Pasta or any preferred pasta shape
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets fresh or frozen
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or butter/ghee
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion diced
  • 2 tbsp Butter or more olive oil
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or light cream/half-and-half
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder optional
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional
For the Protein
  • 2 cups Rotisserie Chicken shredded

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook for 10-12 minutes. For the last 3 minutes, add the broccoli florets. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-low heat. Add diced onion, sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Add heavy cream and chicken broth to the skillet. Increase heat to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove from heat and whisk in Parmesan and mozzarella until smooth. Season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Add drained pasta and broccoli to the sauce, mixing gently. Fold in shredded rotisserie chicken.
  6. Add reserved pasta water gradually to achieve desired creaminess.
  7. Stir in a knob of cold butter before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure cheese is added off heat to prevent graininess. Optional to use a mix of white and dark meat for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

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