Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delightful and creamy pasta dish featuring rotisserie chicken and broccoli, perfect for a quick and comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free, High protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets and cook for about 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken and cook until heated through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- Feel free to add extra vegetables or your favorite herbs for more flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 500 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
Keywords: Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta