Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup carrots, diced
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 12 oz pasta (such as penne or fusilli)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat.
- Cook Vegetables: Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add Chicken and Flour: Introduce the shredded chicken. Sprinkle with flour and stir to coat everything evenly.
- Pour Liquids and Season: Gradually add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer with Pasta: Add the pasta directly to the skillet. Reduce the heat and let it simmer until the pasta is al dente, about 12-14 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Finish with Peas: Stir in the frozen peas during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Once the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened, adjust the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes