Chicken Pot Pie Pasta (Printable Version)

A creamy chicken and veggie pasta bake topped with golden puff pastry for a cozy meal.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Pasta

01 - 12 ounces penne pasta

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 2 medium carrots, diced
04 - 2 celery stalks, diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 cup frozen peas

→ Sauce

07 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
09 - 2 cups chicken broth
10 - 1 cup whole milk

→ Protein

11 - 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped

→ Seasoning

12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - Salt, to taste
14 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Topping

15 - 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
16 - 1 egg, beaten

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Boil penne pasta until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
03 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
04 - Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir well. Cook the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes to eliminate raw flour taste.
05 - Gradually whisk in chicken broth and whole milk, stirring constantly until smooth. Simmer until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
06 - Stir in cooked chicken, frozen peas, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to bubble gently for a few minutes to meld flavors.
07 - Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and gently fold until evenly coated with the sauce.
08 - Transfer the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Lay the thawed puff pastry sheet over the top, trimming edges if necessary and tucking in slightly.
09 - Brush the surface of the puff pastry with the beaten egg to promote a golden finish.
10 - Place in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
11 - Allow the dish to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to set the filling.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For a richer sauce, substitute whole milk with heavy cream.
02 - Additional vegetables like mushrooms or potatoes can be incorporated for variety.
03 - Using pre-cooked rotisserie chicken can reduce preparation time.
04 - Ensure puff pastry is golden brown to confirm it is completely cooked.

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