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Irresistible Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Pasta: Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe

This creamy rotisserie chicken pasta delivers incredible flavor with minimal effort, transforming into a 30-minute meal using pre-cooked chicken. The rich, velvety sauce clings perfectly to pasta while tender chicken adds protein for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
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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)
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Reduce heat to low and gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
  5. Stir in Italian seasoning, black pepper, and shredded rotisserie chicken. Heat through for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Add drained pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

Remove skin from rotisserie chicken and shred using two forks. The reserved pasta water is key for adjusting sauce thickness - the starch helps the sauce cling beautifully to the pasta. Leftovers keep well in refrigerator for up to 3 days.