Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta: Comforting Skillet of Creamy Goodness in Minutes
A creamy, comforting pasta skillet made with rotisserie chicken, broccoli, and Parmesan in a garlic-infused sauce. Quick, flavorful, and family-friendly.
Ingredients
12 oz penne or rotini pasta
3 cups broccoli florets
2–3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
3 cloves garlic, minced
1½ cups heavy cream or half-and-half
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: Lemon zest, red pepper flakes, chopped parsley
Instructions
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Boil pasta in salted water. Add broccoli in last 2 minutes. Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
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In a skillet, heat butter and olive oil. Sauté garlic for 1 minute.
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Add cream and simmer gently. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.
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Add chicken, pasta, and broccoli. Toss to coat.
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Adjust with reserved water as needed. Season with salt, pepper, and optional toppings.
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Serve warm with extra cheese or herbs.
Notes
Use gluten-free pasta or Greek yogurt to modify.
Best eaten fresh; store leftovers up to 3 days.
Optional: Bake with mozzarella topping for a cheesy twist.