Description

Chicken Pot Pie Pasta is a comforting and creamy dish that combines all the flavors of a classic chicken pot pie with tender pasta. This easy stovetop recipe features sautéed vegetables, a rich thyme-infused sauce, shredded chicken, and vibrant peas, making it a perfect weeknight dinner that’s both hearty and satisfying.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Aromatics

1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced

Seasonings and Dairy

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup whole milk or half-and-half

Protein and Pasta

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
1 cup frozen peas
12 ounces pasta (such as rotini or penne)

Optional Garnishes

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Sauté the vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened and started to caramelize slightly.
Season and thicken the sauce: Stir in dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the vegetables and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, to remove the raw flour taste and form a roux.
Add liquids and thicken: Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring continuously to avoid lumps, then add the milk or half-and-half. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
Incorporate chicken and peas: Add the cooked shredded or chopped chicken and frozen peas into the sauce. Stir to combine and simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes until heated through.
Combine with pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat every piece with the creamy sauce and chicken mixture.
Garnish and serve: If desired, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Notes

For extra richness, substitute heavy cream for the milk.
Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add convenience.
Add mushrooms along with the other vegetables for more depth of flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American