Creamy chicken pot pie pasta with peas, carrots, and corn in a white bowl

Quick Chicken Pot Pie Pasta – A Creamy One-Pot Comfort Dinner

A Cozy One-Pot Chicken Dinner for Busy Weeknights

If your weeknights tend to blur into one long rush — after-school activities, work calls, quick grocery runs — then this is the recipe you’ve been waiting for. I remember coming home as a kid, hungry and tired, and the promise of something warm, comforting, and effortless always meant the world. That’s exactly what this Quick Chicken Pot Pie Pasta delivers.

It brings together all the cozy flavors of a classic chicken pot pie — creamy sauce, tender chicken, comforting veggies — but skips the time‑intensive steps, flaky crust and fuss. It’s adaptable, one‑pot friendly, and perfect for when you crave a comfort pasta recipe without much effort.

Why You’ll Love This Creamy Pot Pie Pasta Skillet Dinner

Quick Pasta Dinner Perfect for Weeknights

  • Ready in about 30 minutes
  • Minimal cleanup — a true pasta skillet dinner
  • No baking or fancy techniques required

All the Chicken Pot Pie Flavors Without the Crust

  • Rich, creamy chicken pot pie filling
  • Made without a crust — a true chicken pot pie without crust
  • Comforting and nostalgic in every bite

One-Pot Pasta Meal with Easy Cleanup

  • Everything happens in one pot or skillet
  • Ideal for fans of one-pot pasta meals and quick comfort dishes
  • Less mess, more flavor

Kid-Friendly Chicken Comfort Food

  • Creamy and cheesy, but still full of veggies
  • Easy to love — even for picky eaters
  • A cozy, family-approved chicken comfort food classic

Pantry-Friendly and Easy Chicken Recipe

  • Uses ingredients you probably already have
  • Great for leftover chicken dinner nights
  • Perfect addition to your easy chicken recipes list

Ingredients for Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Pasta

Chicken and Vegetables

  • Chicken breasts (or shredded chicken recipe leftovers)
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • Butter
  • Chicken bouillon (powder or cube)
  • Paprika
  • Salt and pepper

Creamy Sauce for Pot Pie Pasta

  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • Milk (or substitute with broth or cream)

Egg Noodles for Pasta Casserole

  • 12 oz egg noodles (classic for a chicken noodle casserole feel)

Step-by-Step Instructions: How to Make Pot Pie Pasta Fusion

Bowl of creamy chicken pot pie pasta with peas, carrots, and corn

Step 1: Cook Egg Noodles for Your Creamy Pasta Dish

  • Boil noodles in salted water
  • Cook until just al dente — they’ll finish in the sauce
  • Drain and set aside

Step 2: Sauté Onion and Cook Seasoned Chicken

  • Sauté onions in butter until soft
  • Add garlic, then chicken seasoned with paprika, salt, and pepper
  • Cook until golden brown and almost done
  • Remove and shred or slice the chicken

Step 3: Add Frozen Vegetables and More Garlic

  • Toss in frozen veggies — just enough to heat through
  • Don’t let them turn to mush

Step 4: Create the Creamy Chicken Pot Pie Sauce

  • Stir in both cream soups
  • Add milk and bouillon
  • Simmer until thick and creamy
  • Adjust seasoning to taste

Step 5: Combine Noodles with Chicken and Sauce

  • Add noodles into the creamy sauce
  • Stir gently so it all comes together
  • Let everything heat through and serve warm

What Kind of Chicken Is Best for One-Pot Chicken Dinners?

Best Options for Creamy Chicken Pasta

  • Boneless chicken breasts
  • Rotisserie chicken — great for rotisserie chicken recipes
  • Chicken thighs for extra richness
  • Frozen chicken — thaw completely before cooking

Easy Substitutions for This Pot Pie Style Dish

Chicken and Pasta Swaps

  • Use thighs or rotisserie for a quick shredded chicken recipe
  • Penne, rotini, or shells instead of egg noodles

Sauce and Dairy Alternatives

  • Heavy cream, broth, or half-and-half instead of milk
  • Homemade cream soup if avoiding canned

Vegetable and Seasoning Options

  • Any frozen or fresh veggie mix
  • Skip bouillon if soups are well seasoned

Common Mistakes to Avoid in Creamy Pasta Recipes

Don’t Overcook These

  • Chicken: remove once golden to avoid dryness
  • Pasta: cook only until al dente

Timing and Temperature Tips

  • Add frozen veggies late to preserve texture
  • Warm milk gently to avoid breaking the sauce

What to Serve with Chicken Pot Pie Pasta Twist

Perfect Sides for Comfort Pasta Recipes

  • Fluffy biscuits or crusty dinner rolls
  • Crisp side salad with vinaigrette
  • Garlic bread (because pasta!)
  • Steamed broccoli or green beans
Quick Chicken Pot Pie Pasta — a one-pot creamy chicken pot pie pasta with veggies — served in a cozy white bowl.

How to Store and Reheat This Chicken Pot Pie Deconstructed

Make-Ahead and Leftover Tips

  • Refrigerate up to 4 days in a sealed container
  • Freeze in individual portions for up to 3 months
  • Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave with a splash of milk or broth

FAQ: Quick Chicken Pot Pie Pasta

Can I use leftover chicken in this recipe?

Yes — it’s ideal for using up cooked or rotisserie chicken.

What other pasta shapes work well?

Penne, shells, rotini — anything that holds the sauce works.

Is this a pot pie without crust?

It’s a pot pie alternative — no crust, just creamy filling and pasta.

How can I make it dairy- or gluten-free?

Use plant-based cream and soup substitutes plus gluten-free pasta.

Can this be made ahead and frozen?

Yes. It reheats well with a splash of broth or milk.

Conclusion: Your New Favorite Easy Pasta Recipe

There you have it — the ultimate Quick Chicken Pot Pie Pasta. It’s creamy, cozy, and checks every box for weeknight comfort. Whether you’re using leftovers or starting fresh, this dish brings big flavor with low effort. It’s a warm hug in a bowl.

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Quick Chicken Pot Pie Pasta

A creamy, comforting one-pot pasta dinner packed with all the cozy flavors of chicken pot pie — minus the crust. Perfect for busy weeknights, picky eaters, and using up leftover chicken.

  • Author: Emilio
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: One Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless chicken breasts (or rotisserie chicken)
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 23 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup milk (or cream or broth)
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube or 1 tsp powder
  • 12 oz egg noodles

Instructions

  1. Boil egg noodles in salted water until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion in butter until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add chicken seasoned with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and shred or slice.
  4. Add frozen vegetables to the skillet and cook until just heated through.
  5. Stir in cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soups, milk, and bouillon. Simmer until thick and creamy. Adjust seasoning.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet. Add noodles and stir gently to combine. Heat through and serve warm.

Notes

Use any short pasta if egg noodles aren’t available. Rotisserie or leftover chicken makes this even quicker. Add a splash of milk when reheating to keep it creamy.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 880mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg

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