Use al dente broccoli for best texture. Adjust sauce thickness with a splash of pasta water if needed.
Tender rotisserie chicken, broccoli, and pasta tossed in a creamy garlic sauce for a restaurant-style dinner at home.
340 g pasta (penne, fettuccine, or farfalle)
2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
2 cups broccoli florets
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Cook pasta and broccoli; drain and set aside.
Heat butter and olive oil in skillet, sauté garlic 30 seconds.
Add cream and seasonings; simmer 2–3 minutes.
Toss pasta, broccoli, and chicken in sauce until evenly coated.
Stir in Parmesan and parsley; serve immediately.