Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Pasta: Indulgent Comfort for Weeknights
This creamy chicken pot pie pasta combines the rich flavors of a traditional pot pie with the comforting texture of pasta, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the flour until well combined and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually add chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking to avoid lumps.
- Bring to a simmer, then add shredded chicken, frozen vegetables, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Once the sauce is thickened, stir in the cooked pasta and parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional parmesan if desired.
Notes
- This dish is best served immediately but can be kept for a few days in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to use any leftover vegetables you have on hand.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Pasta, comfort food, weeknight dinner