Chicken Pot Pie is a comforting and hearty dish featuring a creamy chicken and vegetable filling encased in a flaky pastry crust. It’s a classic favorite, perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works well)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Optional: 1 potato, diced
For the Crust:
- 1 package (about 1 pound) store-bought pie crust or homemade pie dough
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery (and potato if using). Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to combine. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Gradually add the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until it thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Add the shredded chicken, frozen peas, frozen corn, salt, pepper, and thyme to the saucepan. Stir until the filling is well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Roll out the pie dough and fit one crust into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Trim any excess dough from the edges.
- Pour the chicken filling into the prepared pie crust.
- Place the second pie crust over the filling. Trim, seal, and crimp the edges. Cut a few slits in the top crust for steam to escape.
- Brush the top crust with the beaten egg to create a golden, shiny finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Let the chicken pot pie cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 400-500
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 25g
Prep and Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Servings
- Serves: 6
Chicken Pot Pie is a delicious and satisfying meal that combines a rich, creamy filling with a buttery, flaky crust. It’s a wonderful comfort food that’s sure to please the whole family. Enjoy this cozy and delightful dish any night of the week!
