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Servings: 6
Calories: 568kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon flour
- 3-4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ⅓ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy/whipping cream
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 cup cooked/rotisserie chicken shredded
- ⅓ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese plus more for serving
- 1 small handful fresh basil torn/chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
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Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Before draining, reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency later if needed.8 ounces uncooked pasta
- When the pasta is about 10 minutes away from being done, In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for about a minute, stirring frequently. Add the minced garlic and tomato paste, stirring well to combine. Let it cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant.2 tablespoons butter, 1 teaspoon flour, 3-4 cloves garlic, 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- Pour in the white wine or chicken broth, stirring to loosen any bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for about a minute until slightly reduced. Whisk in the heavy cream until smooth. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Let the sauce cook for a few minutes, allowing it to thicken.⅓ cup dry white wine or chicken broth, 2 cups heavy/whipping cream, ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Add the shredded rotisserie chicken to the skillet and mix it into the sauce. Drain the pasta and add it to the pan, tossing everything together. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.1 cup cooked/rotisserie chicken
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.⅓ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, 1 small handful fresh basil, Salt & pepper
- Serve immediately and top with more parmesan if you love your pasta cheesy.
Notes
- Perfect Pasta: Cook the pasta just until al dente to prevent it from becoming too soft when mixed with the sauce.
- Roux for Creaminess: Cooking the flour in butter helps thicken the sauce, so don’t skip this step. Keep stirring to prevent lumps.
- Deglazing Matters: White wine adds depth to the sauce, but if you’re substituting with chicken broth, make sure to let it reduce for flavor.
- Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Use the oil-packed variety for maximum flavor. Drain them before adding, but you can use a little of the oil in the sauce for extra richness.
- Chicken: We’ve used rotisserie, but you can also use boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Pasta Water Trick: A splash of hot pasta water can help loosen the sauce and make it cling better to the pasta.
- Parmesan at the End: Stir the cheese in off the heat to prevent it from clumping and ensure a smooth, velvety texture.
- Season to Taste: Always taste before serving, and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 568kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 319mg | Potassium: 308mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1477IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 138mg | Iron: 1mg
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