About This Recipe
This recipe transforms traditional chicken pot pie components into a one-skillet meal using egg noodles instead of pastry. It combines cooked chicken, vegetables, and creamy sauce simmered with noodles.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- One-skillet preparation minimizes cleanup
- Uses familiar chicken pot pie flavors
- Noodles cook directly in the sauce
- Faster than traditional oven-baked pot pie
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- ½ cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 8 oz wide egg noodles
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
Step by Step Instructions
- Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat
- Add carrots, celery, and onion. Cook for 5 minutes until softened
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk until smooth
- Bring mixture to simmer. Add egg noodles
- Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally
- Add shredded chicken, peas, thyme, and pepper
- Cook uncovered for 5-7 minutes until noodles are tender and sauce thickens
- Season with salt to taste
- Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes before serving
FAQ
Can I use different noodles?Wide egg noodles recommended. Other varieties alter cooking time and texture.How do I prevent sticking?Maintain consistent simmer and stir regularly.Can I use raw chicken?Chicken must be fully cooked before adding to skillet.
You Must Know
- Noodles absorb liquid – measure broth and milk precisely
- Flour must be cooked for 1 minute to eliminate raw taste
- Covering skillet ensures noodles cook through
- Sauce thickens during resting period
Storage Tips
- Refrigerate in airtight container for up to 3 days
- Reheat with splash of broth or milk to restore creaminess
- Freezing not recommended – noodles become mushy when thawed
- Store within 2 hours of cooking