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A bowl of whole wheat pasta with shredded chicken, green broccoli, and parmesan cheese.
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Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 545kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 oz whole wheat penne or rotini pasta
  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
  • 2 cups frozen broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
  • Add pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, typically 9 to 11 minutes.
  • Add frozen broccoli florets to the boiling pasta water during the final 3 minutes of the pasta cook time.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup of the starchy pasta water, then drain the pasta and broccoli together.
  • In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add the shredded rotisserie chicken to the pot and stir for 2 minutes to heat through.
  • Return the pasta and broccoli to the pot, tossing to combine with the garlic oil and chicken.
  • Gradually add the Parmesan cheese and the reserved pasta water, stirring constantly until a light emulsified sauce forms.
  • Season with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately.