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High Protein Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta

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A quick and satisfying pasta dish packed with protein from rotisserie chicken and vibrant broccoli, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 Rotisserie Chicken, shredded
  • 2 cups Broccoli, chopped into florets
  • 8 ounces Pasta (Penne or Fusilli)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Gather your ingredients and tools—chop the broccoli and shred the rotisserie chicken.
  2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Blanch the broccoli in the pasta water for the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, then drain together.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Combine the drained pasta and broccoli with the garlic in the skillet.
  6. Add shredded rotisserie chicken, salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese, stirring to combine.
  7. Create a light sauce by adding reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Notes

You can customize this recipe with different vegetables or pasta types as desired. For a creamier sauce, consider adding cream or Greek yogurt.

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Keywords: pasta, high protein, rotisserie chicken, quick meals, broccoli

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