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Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta

Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta in Just 35 Minutes

This One-Pot Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta is a hearty meal filled with pasta, chicken, and broccoli in a creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 700
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta and Broccoli
  • 1 lb penne pasta Cook until al dente.
  • 4 cups broccoli florets Fresh or frozen.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For sautéing.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Avoid browning.
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced Sweet base for sauce.
  • 2 tbsp butter Adds richness.
  • 1 cup heavy cream For creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth Enhances the sauce.
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Nutty, salty flavor.
  • 1/2 cup whole milk mozzarella cheese, shredded Contributes to creaminess.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning Fragrant herb mix.
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder Boosts garlic flavor.
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes Optional for heat.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Pasta and Broccoli: Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a vigorous boil. Add penne pasta and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. During the last 3 minutes, add broccoli florets. Drain, reserving 1 cup starchy water.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter. Add diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
  3. Create the Creamy Sauce: Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stir well and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Incorporate the Cheeses and Seasoning: Remove from heat and whisk in Parmesan and mozzarella until smooth. Season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Combine the Pasta and Broccoli with the Sauce: Add drained pasta and broccoli to the sauce and toss gently to coat. Fold in shredded rotisserie chicken.
  6. Adjust the Sauce Consistency: Gradually stir in reserved pasta water until desired thickness is achieved. Optionally add cold butter at the end.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 28gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best results. Adjust seasoning as per taste.

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