Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta (Print Version)
Tender rotisserie chicken and broccoli with pasta in a silky Parmesan cream sauce - a comforting family favorite.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 lb penne pasta
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1 whole rotisserie chicken, shredded
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4 cups broccoli florets
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 medium onion, diced
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2 tablespoons butter
→ For the Creamy Sauce
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1 cup heavy cream
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0.5 cup chicken broth
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1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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0.5 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt to taste
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Black pepper to taste
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0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
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Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Add broccoli during the last 3 minutes of boiling. Drain.
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In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil and butter until softened.
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Stir in cream and chicken broth; simmer gently. Remove from heat and whisk in Parmesan and mozzarella until smooth.
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Add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to incorporate.
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Toss in the cooked pasta, broccoli, and shredded chicken. Add reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
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Stir in a knob of cold butter before serving for a silky texture. Serve immediately.
# Additional Notes:
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Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should only be used as an approximation.