Description
A quick and creamy pasta dish featuring shredded rotisserie chicken, perfect for weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and chicken broth to the skillet; stir well and let simmer for about five minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in shredded chicken and fresh spinach; cook until spinach wilts, about two minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve warm, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Use leftover shredded rotisserie chicken to save time. Ensure to keep the sauce at a gentle simmer to prevent separation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: pasta, rotisserie chicken, creamy sauce, quick meal, weeknight dinner