17 Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Recipes That Are Far From Boring
For the love of delicious shortcuts.
VICTOR PROTASIO; PROP STYLING: CLAIRE SPOLLEN; FOOD STYLING: TORIE COX
Sometimes, all you want is a home cooked meal, but don’t want to go through the hassle of bringing it all together. At times like this, we call on the shortcut to beat all shortcuts: rotisserie chicken. Having a rotisserie chicken at your disposal saves time and effort for pulling off an excellent meal. We're making rotisserie chicken our secret weapon on those nights when we just can’t be bothered, but absolutely need to be fed. It’s nights like these, usually after a long day of work, when the kids have had an equally long day at school and everyone just needs something warm, filling, and delicious. How about pasta? With the help of a rotisserie chicken, pasta dinner can be easy, tasty, and oh-so satisfying for the whole family. Next time you’re at the grocery store, make sure to add a rotisserie chicken to your cart and take your pick from our favorite pasta recipes for a delightfully easy dinner.
Creamy Chicken Alfredo Casserole
We can't imagine a more comforting dinner than a pasta casserole, and this one pulls out all the stops. It takes advantage of jarred pasta sauce and rotisserie chicken for a warm supper in a pinch.
Heavenly Chicken Lasagna
Layers of sauce, cheese, pasta, and chicken will be welcomed by your whole crew to the dinner table. This dish is great to prepare the night before, then pop in the oven for a hot meal after a busy day.
Chicken Alfredo Lasagna
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey
Layers of rotisserie chicken, creamy homemade Alfredo sauce, and ricotta are stuffed between al dente lasagna noodles in this comforting pasta dish. Be sure to spray the pan with cooking spray to prevent any sticking. Top the casserole with fresh parsley before serving.
Chicken Spaghetti Casserole
This classic casserole might just give Mama's more comforting recipes a run for their money. Rotisserie chicken keeps it simple and delicious, while a bit of hot sauce adds a subtle kick.
Baked Ziti With Chicken
If you thought classic baked ziti couldn't get any better, try adding rotisserie chicken. Mixing in this pre-made protein will make dinner even more hearty and filling.
Pasta-Chicken-Broccoli Bake
With scrumptious and simple ingredients like rotisserie chicken and cheese-and-spinach tortellini (find them in the freezer section at the grocery store), the hardest part about this recipe is the portion control. Robust ingredients like white wine, veggies, and Parmesan cheese sweeten the deal.
Pimiento Cheese Chicken-Broccoli Casserole
Reading down the ingredient list of this recipe is something out of our most comforting dreams. It includes rotisserie chicken, pimiento cheese, pasta, and a cracker crust to top off an excellent dinner.
Field Pea And Pasta Salad
Farfalle and fresh vegetables add up to a crowd-pleasing meal that delights as the main course when you throw some rotisserie chicken into the mix. Make a double batch of the dressing to enjoy throughout the week.
Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
Buffalo chicken makes every meal better, but this recipe takes it to a whole new level by incorporating rotisserie chicken for its spicy addition. This zesty macaroni and cheese is what we're always craving.
Chicken-and-Broccoli Skillet Pasta
When stomachs are rumbling and a hot meal is in order, a skillet dinner is an easy way to get supper from the stovetop to the table. We love this dish with egg noodles, but any pasta in your pantry will do.
Chicken Caprese Pasta
Tomatoes and herbs guarantee a bright dinner while hearty chicken, pasta, and cheese will keep you satisfied. Try this pesto pasta with fresh linguine or substitute it for dried noodles.
Chicken Tetrazzini With Prosciutto And Peas
If the promise of vermicelli pasta and rotisserie chicken isn't enough to get you hooked, this recipe gets even better thanks to prosciutto. Our take on this classic dish also takes advantage of jarred pasta sauce as another shortcut.
Chicken-Bacon Ranch Casserole
Chicken, bacon, and ranch just might be our favorite trio of all time. It's unbeatable in this warm, pasta casserole.
Chicken Noodle Bowl With Peanut-Ginger Sauce
In the mood to switch it up for supper? Try this colorful noodle bowl with rotisserie chicken and savory Thai peanut sauce. Prepare the veggies a day in advance and you'll have dinner on the table in a snap.
Chicken Tortellini Salad
One of our favorite dinners to meal-prep. WIth the help of versatile ingredients like rotisserie chicken and store-bought cheese tortellini, this recipe works with whatever variation of vegetables you have on hand.
King Ranch Chicken Mac And Cheese
Jennifer Davick
If you can't decide which casserole your heart desires, look no further than this scrumptious recipe that combines two classics. King Ranch Chicken gets a delicious upgrade fused with mac and cheese with the help of pre-cooked chicken.
Buttermilk Alfredo Chicken Spinach Pasta
Use whatever kind of pasta you have on hand to nourish this tasty recipe. While it cooks, shred your chicken and whip up a cheese sauce that will melt away the tension of a busy day.
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