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Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta

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A delightful weeknight meal with rotisserie chicken, fresh broccoli, and pasta enveloped in a creamy sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces pasta (penne or farfalle recommended)
  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken (shredded)
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. In the same pot, add water and steam broccoli for about 3 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
  3. Add minced garlic to the pot with olive oil and sauté over medium heat for 1 minute. Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
  4. Whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Combine pasta, chicken, and broccoli in the creamy sauce. Adjust sauce thickness with reserved pasta water as needed.
  6. Cook over low heat until heated through. Plate and serve with additional Parmesan on top.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt. This dish can easily adapt with different vegetables or pastas.

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Keywords: pasta, chicken, creamy, broccoli, dinner, easy recipe

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