๐Ÿ— Chicken Pot Pie Noodle Skillet Recipe ๐Ÿ

This Chicken Pot Pie Noodle Skillet combines the comforting flavors of a classic chicken pot pie with the heartiness of noodles, all made in one skillet for an easy and satisfying weeknight meal. Itโ€™s creamy, loaded with vegetables, and filled with tender chicken, making it the perfect comfort food!

๐Ÿ“‹ Ingredients:

  • 1 lb wide egg noodles ๐Ÿ
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter ๐Ÿงˆ
  • 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced ๐Ÿ—
  • 1 small onion, diced ๐Ÿง…
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced ๐Ÿง„
  • 1 cup carrots, diced ๐Ÿฅ•
  • 1 cup peas ๐Ÿฅ—
  • 1/2 cup celery, diced ๐ŸŒฟ
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour ๐ŸŒพ
  • 2 cups chicken broth ๐Ÿฒ
  • 1 cup milk or heavy cream ๐Ÿฅ›
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme ๐ŸŒฟ
  • Salt and pepper to taste ๐Ÿง‚๐ŸŒถ๏ธ
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional) ๐Ÿง€
  • Fresh parsley for garnish ๐ŸŒฟ

๐Ÿ“ Instructions:

1. Cook the Noodles:

  1. Boil the noodles:
  • In a large pot, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Sautรฉ the Vegetables:

  1. Sautรฉ the onion and garlic:
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and sautรฉ for 3-4 minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.
  1. Add the carrots and celery:
  • Stir in the diced carrots and celery, cooking for another 4-5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

3. Make the Sauce:

  1. Make a roux:
  • Sprinkle the flour over the sautรฉed vegetables and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a roux.
  1. Add the liquids:
  • Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk, cooking until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
  1. Season:
  • Stir in the thyme, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

4. Combine the Chicken and Noodles:

  1. Add the chicken:
  • Stir in the cooked chicken, peas, and cooked noodles, tossing everything together until evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
  1. Optional cheese:
  • For a richer flavor, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and let it melt into the noodles.

5. Serve:

  1. Garnish and serve:
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve the skillet dish hot.

โฑ๏ธ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
โฑ๏ธ Cooking Time: 20 minutes
โฑ๏ธ Total Time: 30 minutes
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Servings: 4-6 servings
๐Ÿ”ฅ Calories: Approximately 400-450 kcal per serving

This Chicken Pot Pie Noodle Skillet is an easy, creamy, and delicious dinner that combines the classic flavors of chicken pot pie with the convenience of noodles. Perfect for a quick and comforting meal! ๐Ÿ—๐Ÿ๐Ÿฅ•