This isn’t just another pasta dish—it’s the one that will have your family hovering around the stove, asking when it’s ready. Shredded rotisserie chicken swims in an ultra-creamy, garlicky Parmesan sauce that clings to every strand of linguine. The best part? It comes together in about 15 minutes using that already-cooked rotisserie chicken sitting in your fridge. Weeknight decadence, solved.

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Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
2. Sauté Garlic: While the pasta cooks, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant—don’t let it brown.
3. Build the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Whisk in the grated Parmesan, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes until smooth.
4. Add Chicken: Fold in the shredded rotisserie chicken. Let it warm through for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Combine & Serve: Add the drained pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding splashes of the reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce to a silky consistency. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately in warmed bowls.

Why It Hits: The sauce is restaurant-rich but dead simple—warm garlic cream, nutty Parmesan, and tender chicken coat every noodle. It’s comfort food that feels like a hug on a busy night.

This recipe is part of our Rotisserie Chicken Meals Ready in Under 20 Minutes series. Get the entire collection to transform your weeknights.

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Budget Breakdown (Serves 4)

All costs are approximate and based on mid-range grocery prices. Rotisserie chicken is the hero—affordable, flavorful, and already cooked.

* Prices may vary. Rotisserie chicken leftovers can be stretched across multiple meals in the series.