Quick High Protein Pasta with Chicken and Broccoli
A creamy, protein-rich pasta packed with rotisserie chicken, broccoli, and parmesan. Ready in just 35 minutes — perfect for meal prep or family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or protein pasta)
- 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 2–3 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or light cream cheese)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, to taste
- Optional: lemon juice, parsley, or extra cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions. Add broccoli in last 3–4 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, heat oil or butter. Sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken and broth. Heat through 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in Greek yogurt and parmesan. Reduce heat to low and mix until smooth.
- Return pasta and broccoli to the pot. Toss to coat. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot with optional lemon juice or fresh herbs.
Notes
- Use protein pasta for extra nutrition.
- Swap in other vegetables like spinach or peas.
- Store leftovers in the fridge up to 4 days.