Description
Chicken Pot Pie Pasta Recipe is a comforting and savory chicken dinner that combines the flavors of traditional chicken pot pie with the convenience of pasta. This hearty dish features tender chicken, mixed vegetables, a creamy sauce, and a flaky crust topping, making it perfect for family dinners or special occasions that require a quick, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 12 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or shells)
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme or poultry seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 sheet puff pastry or pie crust (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside. While the pasta cooks, stir-fry the chopped onion and minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add the frozen vegetables and cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender.
- In the same pan, pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream or milk, Parmesan cheese, thyme, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Mix in the cooked chicken and drained pasta. Stir everything thoroughly to coat the pasta with the creamy sauce. Add shredded cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Transfer the pasta mixture into a baking dish. Cover with puff pastry or pie crust, sealing the edges. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
Notes
- Use leftover cooked chicken for quick preparation.
- If you prefer a crunchier topping, bake without pastry for the last 5 minutes to crisp up the crust.
- Customize the vegetables based on your preference—add mushrooms, peas, or green beans for variety.
- To make it gluten-free, substitute regular pasta with gluten-free options and use a gluten-free pie crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake, Saute, Simmer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg