Rotisserie Chicken Pasta with Garlic, Herbs, & Olive Oil
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Rotisserie Chicken Pasta with Garlic, Herbs, & Olive Oil. This delightful dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, combining tender shredded chicken with aromatic garlic and herbs, all enveloped in a rich olive oil sauce. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious, family-friendly meal that everyone will adore. With its simple preparation and robust taste, it’s bound to become a new favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook 12 ounces of penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm 4 tablespoons of olive oil. Sauté 4 minced garlic cloves for about one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon each of dried basil and oregano, along with optional red pepper flakes.
- Add the cooked shredded chicken to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss in the drained pasta and mix well until evenly coated.
- Serve warm, garnished with optional grated Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg