Chicken Pot Pie Pasta Bake

A comforting twist on a classic, Chicken Pot Pie Pasta Bake combines the creamy goodness of a traditional pot pie with hearty pasta, all baked to golden perfection. This dish is rich, satisfying, and packed with tender chicken, vegetables, and a luscious sauce.

Origin Chicken Pot Pie Pasta Bake

Chicken pot pie has been a beloved dish in American cuisine for centuries, inspired by British and French meat pies. This pasta variation brings the same homey flavors but replaces the pie crust with pasta, making it a perfect fusion of comfort food classics.

What I Love About This Recipe

This dish has everything I love about chicken pot pie—savory filling, creamy sauce, and hearty vegetables—but with the ease of pasta. It’s a great make-ahead meal, and the golden, cheesy topping makes it absolutely irresistible. Plus, it’s perfect for feeding a crowd!

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Chicken Pot Pie Pasta Bake

Recipe by RecipeWikki

Servings

8

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

1

hour 

Calories

489

kcal

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken

• 3 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini work best)

• 2 tablespoons butter

• 1 small onion, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 2 cups chicken broth

• 1 cup milk

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon dried thyme

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ½ cup breadcrumbs (for topping, optional)

Directions

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
• In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, cooking until softened.
• Stir in frozen vegetables and cook for 2-3 minutes.
• Sprinkle in flour, stirring to coat the vegetables. Cook for 1 minute.
• Slowly whisk in chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
• Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Add shredded chicken and cooked pasta, mixing well.
• Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish. Sprinkle cheddar cheese, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs on top.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
• Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

• For extra crunch, mix breadcrumbs with melted butter before topping.
  
• Swap in your favorite vegetables, like green beans or mushrooms.