Creamy Chicken Pot Pie with Orzo Pasta Recipe
This Easy Creamy Chicken Pot Pie recipe combines tender shredded chicken, tender orzo pasta, and a medley of vegetables in a luscious, creamy sauce. Baked to golden perfection in the oven, this comforting dish offers a satisfying meal that’s perfect for family dinners, featuring simple ingredients that create rich, indulgent flavors everyone will crave again and again.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 generous portions 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Pasta
- 2 cups (about 300g) cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
- 1 ½ cups (250g) orzo pasta
Liquids and Dairy
- 2 cups (480ml) low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup (240ml) milk
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
Vegetables
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
- ½ cup diced celery
- ½ cup diced onion
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pot pie filling later.
- Cook Orzo: Boil salted water and cook the orzo pasta for 6–7 minutes until it’s slightly undercooked, then drain and set aside. This prevents overcooking during baking.
- Sauté Vegetables: In an oven-safe skillet or casserole dish, melt the butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and celery, cooking for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Create Roux and Sauce: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the softened vegetables and cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, milk, and heavy cream. Bring this mixture to a simmer and allow it to thicken into a creamy sauce.
- Season and Combine: Add garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to taste, stirring well. Mix in the shredded chicken, cooked orzo, and frozen peas and carrots, ensuring everything is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
- Bake: Place the skillet or casserole dish into the preheated oven. Bake for about 20 minutes until the filling is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for a fresh touch, and serve warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- You can substitute the orzo with other small pasta shapes if preferred, just adjust cooking times accordingly.
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor, but leftover roasted chicken works just as well.
- If you prefer a thicker filling, increase the flour by 1 tablespoon or reduce the liquid slightly.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with additional milk or a half-and-half mixture.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated in the oven, adding a few minutes if chilled.
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