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Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta

  • Author: Nora Winslow
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This easy 30-minute pasta dinner combines juicy rotisserie chicken, tender broccoli, and al dente pasta in a rich, garlicky cream sauce. It’s the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights and reheats beautifully for leftovers.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fusilli recommended)
  • 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated (plus extra for serving)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Lemon zest (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions for al dente (usually 9-11 minutes). When 3 minutes remain, add broccoli florets. Drain pasta and broccoli together, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute (do not brown).
  3. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly. Season with salt and black pepper.
  4. Add shredded rotisserie chicken to the skillet and warm through for 1 minute. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is creamy. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water as needed.
  5. Add drained pasta and broccoli to the skillet. Toss gently to coat everything in the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning. Finish with lemon zest if desired.
  6. Serve in bowls, topped with extra Parmesan and black pepper. Optionally, drizzle with olive oil or a squeeze of lemon.

Notes

For best results, salt your pasta water generously and avoid overcooking the broccoli. Freshly grated Parmesan melts best. Save some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. For gluten-free, use GF pasta; for dairy-free, substitute coconut milk and vegan cheese. Leftovers reheat well with a splash of cream or broth.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 480
  • Fat: 18
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 41
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 23

Keywords: rotisserie chicken pasta, creamy chicken broccoli pasta, easy weeknight dinner, 30 minute meal, comfort food, leftover chicken recipe, one pot pasta, family dinner

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