Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Chicken Pot Pie Penne Pasta recipe. Learn how to make this delicious dish from scratch and treat your taste buds to a symphony of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat.
- Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the vegetables and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk until smooth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently, until it thickens.
- Stir in diced chicken, frozen peas, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and stir until well coated with the sauce.
- Transfer the chicken pot pie pasta mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet to fit the size of the baking dish. Place it over the chicken pot pie pasta mixture.
- Brush the puff pastry with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Save Time Tip: You can use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken for this recipe to save time.
- Veggie Versatility: Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or green beans to the chicken pot pie pasta for extra flavor.
- Complete the Meal: Serve the dish with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Casserole (This recipe combines elements of pasta and a baked topping, making it a casserole)
- Method: Baking (The pasta is cooked separately, then combined with the filling and baked with a puff pastry topping)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 per serving
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