High Protein Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta
A quick and satisfying high protein pasta dish with shredded rotisserie chicken and fresh broccoli, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 2 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated (plus extra for serving)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the Olive Oil: In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté the Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to let it brown.
- Cook the Broccoli: Stir in the broccoli florets and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Combine with Chicken and Pasta: Gently fold in the shredded rotisserie chicken and cooked pasta. Stir until well combined and heated through.
- Season and Serve: Season your dish with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, topped with grated parmesan cheese.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. You can also freeze this dish for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg