Chicken Pot Pasta
About this recipe
Chicken Pot Pasta is a cozy, one-pan meal that combines the comforting flavors of chicken pot pie with the ease of pasta. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this creamy dish that's perfect for busy weeknights. Nicole from Allrecipes shows us how to make it with minimal ingredients and a simple cooking method, making it a go-to for satisfying dinners without the fuss.
This recipe is all about convenience, featuring rotisserie chicken and frozen mixed vegetables, which cut down on prep time while still delivering a hearty meal. The creamy sauce, made from chicken stock and heavy cream, ties everything together beautifully.
Ingredient notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience, but any cooked chicken will work.
- Fresh thyme can be substituted with dried thyme, but use less if you do.
Tips from Allrecipes’s video
- Cook the onion until softened before adding garlic to build flavor.
- Make sure to stir the flour into the butter to form a roux before adding liquids to avoid clumps.
- Keep an eye on the pasta as it cooks; if it absorbs too much liquid, add a bit more chicken stock or cream.
Good to know
- How long does it take to make Chicken Pot Pasta?
- The total time to make Chicken Pot Pasta is 30 minutes.
- What type of pasta can I use?
- You can use any type of uncooked pasta for this recipe.
- Can I use frozen vegetables instead of fresh?
- Yes, the recipe includes frozen mixed vegetables, which are a great time-saver.
- How many servings does this recipe yield?
- This recipe yields 4 servings.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Allrecipes: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add chopped onion and cook until softened.
- 3
Add minced garlic and cook for about a minute until fragrant.
- 4
Stir in flour and cook for about a minute to form a roux.
- 5
Gradually add chicken stock and heavy cream, stirring to remove clumps.
- 6
Season with salt, pepper, and fresh thyme; bring to a simmer.
- 7
Add uncooked pasta to the skillet and stir to combine.
- 8
Reduce heat slightly and cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce is thickened.
- 9
Add cooked chicken and frozen mixed vegetables; heat through for about 5 minutes.
- 10
Stir in Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- 11
Serve topped with chopped parsley.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- Estimated quantities for some ingredients based on typical usage in similar recipes.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Allrecipes’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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