Description
Chicken Pot Pie Pasta is the ultimate comfort dish that combines tender chicken, colorful veggies, and creamy sauce with perfectly cooked pasta. This one-pot wonder is not only simple to prepare but also perfect for chilly nights or family gatherings. Each bite wraps you in warmth and nostalgia, making it a meal everyone will love. Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or just yourself, this recipe promises to be a hit at your dinner table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 8 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season diced chicken with salt and pepper; sauté until golden brown and cooked through (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; cook until fragrant (2-3 minutes). Add diced carrots and frozen peas.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In the same skillet, combine chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir in thyme and oregano; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet; toss gently until coated with sauce. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Plate warm, adding extra black pepper or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg