Description
Have you ever wanted the cozy hug of a chicken pot pie without the hassle of making a pie crust? This recipe is the answer. It is a creamy, one-pan meal that puts tender egg noodles, juicy chicken, and classic vegetables in a silky sauce. It takes the best parts of a traditional pot pie and turns them into a 30-minute pasta dish that is perfect for busy families.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces (340g) wide egg noodles
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 2 cups (300g) cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup (150g) frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Fill a big pot with 8 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil. Add the egg noodles and cook for 6-8 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Veggies: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until they are soft.
- Build the Flavor: Add the garlic and cook for 60 seconds. Sprinkle the flour over the veggies and stir for 2 minutes to make a roux.
- Make it Creamy: Slowly pour in the chicken broth, milk, and heavy cream while stirring. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce gets thick and smooth.
- Add Filling: Stir in the chicken, frozen peas, thyme, salt, and pepper. Let it heat through for 3 minutes.
- Combine: Toss the cooked noodles into the skillet. Stir until everything is coated in sauce. Add the cheese if you want it extra gooey. Garnish with parsley and enjoy!
Notes
You can use a rotisserie chicken to make this even faster. If the sauce is too thick, just add a little extra milk or broth. This recipe is very flexible, so feel free to add extra veggies like mushrooms or corn.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg