One-Pot Leftover Roast Chicken Pasta
User Reviews
3.8
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
300 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
International
One-Pot Leftover Roast Chicken Pasta
Description
The One-Pot Leftover Roast Chicken Pasta integrates shredded roast chicken and fusilli pasta within a savory tomato sauce enhanced by onions, garlic, and Italian herbs. Cooking the pasta in the simmering broth and tomato mixture allows it to absorb the flavors thoroughly while softening evenly. This method simplifies cleanup and speeds preparation by combining all main elements in a single pan.
The resulting dish has a tender pasta texture and a mild tomato base complemented by the rich, cooked chicken and seasoning. Stirring in Parmesan adds a creamy, salty depth and finishing with fresh parsley lifts the flavors with a bright touch.
This meal is practical for using leftover chicken and provides a wholesome, satisfying dinner option without complicated steps. It can be served as a main course and pairs well with extra cheese or a green salad for added freshness.
Ingredients
- 1 onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tin tomato 400 g, 13 oz, chopped
- 2 cups roast chicken shredded, leftover
- 3 ½ cups water or chicken broth
- 2 cups fusilli pasta
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon italian herbs
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoon parsley fresh
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Heat up the oil in a large pan.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sautee for 2-3 minutes or until the onion is transluscent.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, herbs and seasoning, and leave to simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce is slightly reduced.
- Add the cooked chicken, water or chicken broth, and pasta.
- Leave to cook with the lid on until the liquid is absorbed and the pasta is cooked.
- Mix in the parmesan, then garnish with parsley.
- Remove from the heat and serve hot with more parmesan if you like.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 300 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 300kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 58mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 309mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 286mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 245IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 5.3mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 111mg | 11% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.