Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Pasta Recipe
This Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Pasta is a comforting and delicious twist on the classic chicken pot pie, combining tender egg noodles with a rich, creamy sauce loaded with tender shredded chicken and mixed vegetables. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this recipe is easy to prepare and delivers all the flavors of a traditional pot pie without the fuss of a crust.
- Author: Zane
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Pasta
Sauce and Filling
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add vegetables and thyme: Stir in the thawed mixed vegetables and dried thyme, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are heated through and softened.
- Make the roux: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the vegetable mixture and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Create the creamy sauce: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add chicken and season: Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the mixture warm through for another 2-3 minutes.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked egg noodles to the creamy chicken mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Serve: Spoon the creamy chicken pot pie pasta into bowls and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley for extra flavor.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken breast for convenience.
- Frozen mixed vegetables can be substituted with fresh vegetables like peas, carrots, and corn.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, but the sauce may be less thick.
- To make this gluten-free, use gluten-free flour or cornstarch as a thickener, and gluten-free pasta.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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