Chicken Pot Pie Pasta

Ingredients:
12 oz pasta (penne or rotini) π
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces π
Salt and black pepper to taste π§
2 tbsp olive oil π«
2 tbsp butter π§
1 small onion, diced π§
2 cloves garlic, minced π§
1 cup carrots, diced π₯
1 cup frozen peas π±
1/2 cup frozen corn π½
1/4 cup all-purpose flour πΎ
2 cups chicken broth π
1 cup milk π₯
1/2 tsp dried thyme πΏ
1/2 tsp dried rosemary π±
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese π§
Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish π±
Instructions:
Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. π
Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove and set aside. π
SautΓ© the Vegetables: In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the onion, garlic, and carrots. SautΓ© for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the frozen peas and corn, stirring for an additional 2-3 minutes. π§ π₯π½
Make the Sauce: Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir until itβs fully incorporated. Gradually add the chicken broth and milk, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes. π₯
Season the Sauce: Stir in the thyme, rosemary, and cheddar cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. π§πΏ
Combine Everything: Add the cooked chicken and pasta to the skillet, stirring to coat everything in the creamy sauce. π
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve your warm, comforting Chicken Pot Pie Pasta right away! π½οΈ
This Chicken Pot Pie Pasta combines all the cozy flavors of a classic pot pie in a creamy pasta dish that’s perfect for a satisfying family dinner! π₯§πβ¨