Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Alfredo
Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Alfredo made with fettuccine, shredded rotisserie chicken, butter, garlic, cream cheese, parmesan, and heavy cream for a rich, velvety pasta dish ready in 20 minutes.
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- ½ rotisserie chicken shredded
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 5 garlic cloves minced
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 3 ounces parmesan cheese freshly shredded
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- Freshly chopped parsley for garnish
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve approximately ½ cup of pasta cooking water before draining. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- Shred the rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Prepare the Garlic Butter Base
- In a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for approximately 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Avoid browning the garlic.
Prepare the Alfredo Sauce
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the cream cheese, shredded parmesan cheese, and heavy cream to the skillet. Whisk continuously until the cheeses have melted and the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Continue cooking gently, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Incorporate the Chicken
- Add the shredded rotisserie chicken to the Alfredo sauce. Stir thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly and allow it to warm through for 2–3 minutes.
- Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Combine with Pasta
- Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet. Toss gently until the pasta is fully coated in the sauce.
- If the sauce appears too thick, add a small amount of the reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Garnish and Serve
- Remove from heat. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and additional parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
To prepare a gluten-free version of Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Alfredo:
- Substitute the fettuccine with certified gluten-free pasta.
- Confirm that the rotisserie chicken and parmesan cheese are gluten-free, as some prepared foods may contain additives.
- Monitor the cooking time carefully, as gluten-free pasta may cook more quickly and can become soft if overcooked.
- Reserve additional pasta water, as gluten-free pasta may require slightly more liquid to maintain a smooth sauce consistency.