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Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Pasta

This creamy rotisserie chicken pasta is the ultimate time-saving dinner solution that delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under 20 minutes. Using store-bought rotisserie chicken transforms this dish into the easiest weeknight meal with rich, cheesy sauce clinging to every strand of pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite shape)
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. 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.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Italian seasoning, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Reduce heat to low and gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add shredded rotisserie chicken and cooked pasta to the sauce. Toss to coat evenly, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
  6. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top and cover for 2 minutes to melt. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Use the starchy pasta water to help the sauce cling beautifully to the pasta. Shred the chicken while still warm for easiest preparation. Add red pepper flakes or fresh basil for extra flavor.