Description
This Chicken Pot Pie Pasta is a comforting, creamy one-pot dish that combines tender chicken, vegetables, and pasta in a savory sauce reminiscent of classic chicken pot pie flavors. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it delivers hearty satisfaction with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
Protein
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
Dairy
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Pantry Staples
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups uncooked short pasta (like rotini or penne)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt the butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Season with salt and pepper and sauté for 5–6 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Create Roux: Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to form a roux, which will help thicken the sauce.
- Add Liquids and Pasta: Gradually pour in the chicken broth and milk while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Stir in the uncooked pasta and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Cook Pasta and Thicken Sauce: Cover the skillet and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened to a creamy consistency.
- Incorporate Chicken and Vegetables: Stir in the cooked chicken, frozen peas, dried thyme, and optional paprika. Continue cooking for another 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese for added richness, then serve warm.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a convenient shortcut.
- For extra richness, substitute milk with heavy cream.
- Add mushrooms or swap in frozen mixed vegetables for variety.
- Be sure to stir frequently when cooking the pasta to prevent burning or sticking.
- You can adjust seasonings to taste, adding more salt, pepper, or herbs as desired.
