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Irresistible Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Pasta: Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe

This creamy rotisserie chicken pasta delivers incredible flavor with minimal effort using pre-cooked chicken for a quick weeknight dinner. The rich, velvety sauce combines garlic, herbs, and Parmesan cheese to create a restaurant-quality meal ready in about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite shape)
  • 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Optional: 1 cup frozen peas or broccoli florets

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes until it begins to thicken slightly.
  5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. If adding vegetables, stir them in now.
  6. Add the shredded rotisserie chicken and cooked pasta to the sauce. Toss everything together until well coated.
  7. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

Choose short pasta shapes like penne that hold sauce well. Keep sauce at gentle simmer to prevent breaking. Fresh herbs added at the end elevate flavor significantly. Can be made ahead by storing sauce and pasta separately.