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Irresistible Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Pasta - Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe

This creamy rotisserie chicken pasta is a quick and comforting dinner that transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal in just 30 minutes. Using store-bought rotisserie chicken makes it incredibly time-saving while delivering incredible flavor with a rich, cheesy sauce that clings to every strand of pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite shape)
  • 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  3. Whisk in cream cheese until smooth and fully incorporated. Add Parmesan cheese gradually, stirring constantly until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
  4. Add shredded rotisserie chicken, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot for the best creamy texture.

Notes

Use high-quality rotisserie chicken for better flavor, don't overcook the cream sauce to prevent breaking, reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency, and customize with vegetables like mushrooms, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes.