Creamy Parmesan Chicken Pasta with Broccoli
A creamy, weeknight-friendly pasta that combines shredded rotisserie chicken, tender broccoli, and a simple Parmesan cream sauce, perfect for busy evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Boil water in a pot and cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- Add the broccoli florets to the boiling pasta for the last 3-4 minutes.
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant in a large skillet.
- Warm the shredded chicken in the skillet briefly to develop flavor.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the drained pasta and broccoli, adjusting sauce thickness with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Finish by stirring in grated Parmesan, and season to taste with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor. This dish can be made ahead for meal prep and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.