Ohhh yes, Chicken Pot Pie Pasta is like comfort food on steroids—creamy, cheesy, and full of all the cozy flavors of a classic chicken pot pie… but way faster and easier! Here’s a solid recipe:
Chicken Pot Pie Pasta
Serves: 4–6
Ingredients:
- 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne, rotini, or shells work best)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works perfectly)
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (or mixed veggies)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2% for creaminess)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella (optional, for extra cheesy goodness)
- Optional: 1/4 tsp paprika or dash of hot sauce for a little kick
Instructions:
- Cook pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Make sauce: In a large skillet or pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
- Thicken: Sprinkle flour over onions/garlic and stir to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Add liquids: Slowly whisk in chicken broth and milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
- Add chicken & veggies: Stir in cooked chicken, peas and carrots, thyme, salt, pepper, and paprika/hot sauce if using. Cook until heated through.
- Combine with pasta: Toss in cooked pasta and mix until everything is coated in that creamy sauce.
- Optional cheesy finish: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, cover for 2 minutes to melt, and serve.
💡 Tips:
- For an even creamier sauce, swap half the milk for heavy cream.
- You can add a little puff pastry or biscuit topping for a “true pot pie” vibe—just bake it in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes on top.
- Leftovers reheat beautifully, just add a splash of milk to loosen the sauce.
If you want, I can also give a “loaded comfort” version with bacon, caramelized onions, and extra cheese—it’s basically a pasta casserole heaven 😏.
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