Oh yes! Chicken Pot Pie Pasta is like all the comfort of a classic chicken pot pie—creamy, savory, and loaded with veggies—but way quicker because it’s pasta instead of pie crust. Here’s a solid recipe:
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne, rotini, or elbow macaroni)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1/2 tsp fresh)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for extra creaminess)
- Optional: breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Cook the pasta
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the veggies
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, peas, and carrots. Sauté 3–5 minutes until veggies are tender.
- Make the creamy sauce
- Sprinkle flour over the veggies and stir for 1–2 minutes to cook the raw flour taste.
- Slowly whisk in milk and chicken broth.
- Stir constantly until sauce thickens (about 4–5 minutes).
- Add thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken and pasta
- Stir in cooked chicken and pasta until everything is coated in the creamy sauce.
- Add shredded cheese if using and stir until melted.
- Optional breadcrumb topping
- If you like a crunchy topping, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the skillet, drizzle a little melted butter, and broil 2–3 minutes until golden.
- Serve
- Scoop onto plates and enjoy immediately—rich, creamy, and comforting!
💡 Tips:
- You can swap in frozen mixed vegetables or add corn for extra sweetness.
- For a lighter version, use milk with lower fat or half-and-half.
- Leftovers reheat well in the microwave or a skillet, just add a splash of milk to loosen the sauce.
If you want, I can also give a one-pot version that cooks the pasta right in the sauce—super fast and less cleanup, but still creamy and flavorful.
Do you want me to do that version too?
