High Protein Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta – 35 Minutes
High Protein Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta (35-Minute Recipe) combines tender chicken, broccoli, and pasta in a creamy, protein-rich sauce for a quick and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
3 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic minced
1/2 cup low-fat cream cheese or Greek yogurt
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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Cook pasta and add broccoli during final minutes.
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Reserve pasta water and drain.
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Sauté garlic in olive oil.
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Add chicken and warm through.
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Stir in cream cheese and broth until smooth.
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Add Parmesan and mix.
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Toss pasta and broccoli with sauce.
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Adjust consistency with pasta water and season to taste.
Notes
Use high-protein pasta for extra protein.
Add reserved pasta water slowly for desired texture.
Store leftovers refrigerated up to four days.