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Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta

Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta

This Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta is a quick, high-protein dinner that transforms your weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta Feel free to use other pasta shapes.
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets Both fresh and frozen work.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Rotisserie Chicken Shredded; can substitute with leftover cooked chicken.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Other oils can be used.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh preferred.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can swap with more olive oil.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute half-and-half or dairy-free cream if needed.
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Homemade broth is a great alternative.
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated; nutritional yeast can be used for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Optional.
  • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Large Skillet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente, adding broccoli florets during the last 7 minutes of cooking.
  2. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain pasta and broccoli.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter. Sauté onion for 4-5 minutes, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Remove from heat, whisk in Parmesan and mozzarella until smooth. Season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. Fold in pasta, broccoli, and shredded chicken. Adjust consistency with pasta water as needed.
  7. Stir in a knob of cold butter before serving. Garnish with extra cheese or herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the ingredients and seasoning to your preference. Leftovers can be enjoyed once refrigerated and reheated with extra cream.

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