Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Recipe for Busy Weeknights
A delicious and quick pasta dish using rotisserie chicken, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
- Add the shredded rotisserie chicken and cook until heated through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste, and mix well to combine.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier option, consider using whole wheat pasta.
- This dish can be easily customized by adding vegetables such as spinach or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Rotisserie Chicken