Ingredients
– 8 ounces of pasta (penne or rotini works best)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
– 1 cup carrots, diced
– 1 cup celery, diced
– 1 cup frozen peas
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Quick Chicken Pot Pie Pasta is a simple process when you follow these steps:
1. Cook Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté Chicken: In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add Vegetables: Stir in the diced carrots and celery. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until they start to soften. Add the minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Create Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well to combine. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with a little water and add it to the pot.
5. Combine Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the pot, followed by the frozen peas. Stir until everything is well combined and heated through.
6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
7. Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
By following these steps, you’ll have a wonderful meal ready in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g