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Irresistible Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Pasta - Easy Weeknight Dinner

This creamy rotisserie chicken pasta is a comforting, satisfying meal that comes together quickly using store-bought rotisserie chicken. The creamy sauce clings perfectly to pasta while tender chicken adds protein and flavor, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
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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
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions in a large pot of salted water. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  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 heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add shredded rotisserie chicken, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until chicken is heated through.
  5. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is smooth.
  6. Add cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water 1/4 cup at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

Always salt pasta water generously - it should taste like seawater. For extra creamy texture, add starchy pasta water to help sauce cling to pasta. Works well with any pasta shape and can use leftover cooked chicken.