Description
Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta is the ultimate weeknight comfort food that brings together tender rotisserie chicken, nutritious broccoli, and chewy penne pasta all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy evenings or casual gatherings. The use of store-bought rotisserie chicken saves time without sacrificing flavor, making it a go-to recipe for families seeking a satisfying meal. Whether served as a main course or side dish, this delightful pasta is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 1 whole rotisserie chicken (shredded)
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. During the last three minutes, add broccoli florets to the boiling water.
- Reserve one cup of pasta water before draining pasta and broccoli.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-low heat. Sauté diced onion for about five minutes until softened; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Remove from heat and whisk in Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses until smooth. Season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Combine drained pasta and broccoli with the creamy sauce, then fold in shredded rotisserie chicken.
- Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg