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Creamy Rotisserie Chicken and Mushroom Pasta

Creamy Rotisserie Chicken and Mushroom Pasta is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution that transforms leftover rotisserie chicken into an indulgent, restaurant-worthy pasta dish in under 30 minutes. A rich, velvety cream sauce studded with earthy mushrooms, savory chicken, and salty Parmesan coats every strand of pasta for a meal that tastes like it took hours. It is comforting, satisfying, and the smartest way to get two incredible meals out of one rotisserie chicken.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups leftover rotisserie chicken shredded
  • 1 lb pasta your choice of shape
  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme chopped
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions in well-salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 0.5 cup pasta water before draining. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and moisture has evaporated. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook 1 more minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Stir in shredded chicken and fresh thyme. Heat through for 2 minutes.
  6. Add drained pasta and grated Parmesan to the skillet. Toss to coat, adding splashes of reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired sauce consistency.
  7. Taste, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and serve immediately with extra Parmesan if desired.

Notes

Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen the sauce. Tips: Reserve 0.5 cup of pasta cooking water before draining — add to the sauce if it becomes too thick. Use any pasta shape you like. Fresh thyme can be substituted with dried thyme (use 0.5 tsp). Variations: Add a handful of baby spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or a pinch of red pepper flakes.