Description
Creamy Chicken Pot Pie is the ultimate comfort food packed with tender shredded chicken, soft potato gnocchi, colorful vegetables, and a rich creamy sauce that comes together in one satisfying skillet meal. This easy dinner recipe delivers all the cozy flavors of a classic chicken pot pie without needing a traditional crust, making it perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, meal prep, and comforting food ideas during colder months. This creamy chicken recipe is loaded with hearty ingredients and savory herbs that create a warm and filling meal everyone loves. Whether you are searching for easy dinner ideas, comfort food recipes, creamy chicken dishes, or quick family meals, this homemade recipe is a reliable favorite that tastes even better the next day.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 cup frozen peas
3 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 pound potato gnocchi
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Gather and prepare all ingredients by dicing the vegetables, slicing the mushrooms, mincing the garlic, and shredding the cooked chicken.
2. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
3. Add onions and carrots and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in the mushrooms and cook until lightly browned, about 4 minutes.
5. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir continuously for 1 minute.
7. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until smooth.
8. Pour in the milk and heavy cream, stirring constantly.
9. Add salt, pepper, thyme, parsley, and paprika.
10. Simmer the sauce gently for 4 to 6 minutes until slightly thickened.
11. Cook the gnocchi separately according to package instructions until they float.
12. Drain the gnocchi and set aside.
13. Add shredded chicken and peas to the creamy sauce.
14. Fold in the cooked gnocchi carefully.
15. Reduce heat and stir in mozzarella and parmesan cheese until melted.
16. Simmer gently for 2 to 3 more minutes.
17. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add deeper flavor to the dish.
Do not overcook the gnocchi because they continue softening in the creamy sauce.
Keep the sauce at a gentle simmer to prevent the dairy from separating and maintain a smooth creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg