Description
This Quick Chicken Pot Pie Pasta combines tender chunks of chicken, mixed vegetables, and egg noodles in a creamy, comforting sauce inspired by classic chicken pot pie flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
- 1/2 yellow onion, diced
- 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
- 12 oz frozen assorted vegetables
Seasoning and Sauce
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp chicken bouillon granules
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and ground black pepper, as needed
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup milk
Pasta
- 12 oz egg noodles
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics and Chicken: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and finely chopped garlic, cooking until they become fragrant and slightly translucent.
- Cook Chicken: Add the chicken chunks to the pot. Season with salt, ground black pepper, and paprika. Cook the chicken until it is browned on all sides and cooked through.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the frozen assorted vegetables and cook for about 5 minutes until heated through and slightly tender.
- Make Sauce: Pour in the condensed cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, and milk. Mix everything thoroughly to create a creamy sauce.
- Cook Noodles: In a separate pot, boil the egg noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the noodles well.
- Combine and Serve: Add the cooked noodles to the sauce mixture in the large pot. Stir thoroughly until the noodles are evenly coated with the creamy chicken and vegetable sauce. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute frozen mixed vegetables with fresh ones like peas, carrots, and corn if preferred.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially the salt, as the soups and bouillon can be salty.
- To make it lower in fat, use reduced-fat soups and milk.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave.
