Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the penne pasta and cook for 8–10 minutes until al dente. Add the broccoli florets 3 minutes before the pasta is done. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Sauté the diced onion for 3–4 minutes until soft, then add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of low-sodium chicken broth into the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes over low heat.
- Remove the skillet from heat and whisk in 1 cup of Parmesan and ½ cup of mozzarella until fully melted. Add the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
- Toss the drained pasta and broccoli into the cheese sauce. Gently fold in the shredded rotisserie chicken until heated through.
- Gradually add the reserved pasta water while stirring to achieve the desired creaminess. Finish with a small knob of cold butter.
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Notes
This creamy rotisserie chicken broccoli pasta is versatile; feel free to swap in seasonal vegetables or adjust the ingredients based on your pantry.
