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Quick chicken pot pie pasta in large skillet with creamy sauce coating egg noodles and vegetables

Quick Chicken Pot Pie Pasta

A comforting one-pot pasta dish that captures all the flavors of classic chicken pot pie in just 35 minutes with creamy sauce, tender chicken, and vegetables.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 405

Ingredients
  

  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1/2 yellow onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic finely chopped
  • 12 ounces frozen mixed vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 12 ounces egg noodles

Equipment

  • Large pot for pasta
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Colander
  • Measuring cup for reserving pasta water

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add egg noodles and cook according to package directions until just al dente, about 8-10 minutes for wide noodles. Before draining, reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain well and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent and softened.
  3. Add chicken chunks to the skillet and season with bouillon granules, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat chicken evenly with seasonings.
  4. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink in the center. Add frozen vegetables and cook for another 3-4 minutes until heated through but still slightly crisp.
  5. Stir in chopped garlic and cook for 30-45 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low. Pour in both condensed soups and milk, stirring until completely smooth and combined. Let sauce simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon. If too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time.
  7. Add drained noodles to the creamy chicken mixture and toss everything together until pasta is completely coated in sauce. Remove from heat and let sit for 2 minutes before serving hot.

Notes

Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for extra tenderness. Rotisserie chicken works great too - just add it at the end to warm through. Any short pasta like penne, shells, or rotini can substitute for egg noodles. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Add a splash of milk or broth when reheating to restore creaminess.