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High-Protein Rotisserie Chicken Broccoli Pasta – Creamy, Easy & Balanced

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A creamy, high-protein pasta dish made with shredded rotisserie chicken, broccoli, and protein-rich pasta. Easy, satisfying, and ready in 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz high-protein pasta

  • 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)

  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or 4 oz cream cheese)

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • ½¾ cup reserved pasta water

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Optional: red pepper flakes, dried Italian herbs

Instructions

  • Cook pasta in salted boiling water. Add broccoli for last 2–3 minutes. Reserve ¾ cup water, then drain.

  • Sauté garlic in olive oil in a large skillet until fragrant (1 minute).

  • Stir in yogurt, Parmesan, and some pasta water. Mix until smooth.

  • Add chicken, pasta, and broccoli. Toss to coat, adding more pasta water as needed.

  • Season with salt, pepper, herbs, and red pepper flakes. Serve hot.

Notes

To make dairy-free, use plant-based yogurt and vegan Parmesan. For gluten-free, use GF protein pasta. Keeps well in fridge for 3–4 days.