Name: Easy High-Protein Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Everyone Loves
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 12 oz (340 g) high-protein pasta; 2 cups (300 g) shredded rotisserie chicken breast; 1 tbsp olive oil (15 ml); 1 small onion, finely chopped (100 g); 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup (240 ml) low-sodium chicken broth; 1 cup (240 ml) cooking cream or half-and-half; ¾ cup (75 g) grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp Italian seasoning; ½ tsp paprika; ½ tsp black pepper; ½ tsp salt; 1 cup (30 g) fresh spinach; 2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

Description

A creamy, comforting pasta dish made with rotisserie chicken and protein-rich pasta, perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep.

Ingredients

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12 oz (340 g) high-protein pasta
2 cups (300 g) shredded rotisserie chicken breast
1 tbsp olive oil (15 ml)
1 small onion, finely chopped (100 g)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup (240 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup (240 ml) cooking cream or half-and-half
¾ cup (75 g) grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp salt
1 cup (30 g) fresh spinach
2 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup (120 ml) pasta water, drain, and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sauté onion for 3–4 minutes, then add garlic and cook briefly.
Add chicken broth, simmer for 2–3 minutes, then stir in cream and seasonings.
Add shredded chicken and cook until heated through.
Stir in pasta and spinach, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
Remove from heat, mix in Parmesan, and serve warm.

Notes

This dish reheats well and is ideal for meal prep. Add vegetables or extra chicken to customize protein and nutrition levels.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes