Description
Comforting chicken pot pie delivers classic American comfort with creamy filling and flaky crust. Home cooks can easily craft this hearty meal that warms souls and satisfies hunger.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups chicken (diced, cooked)
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 cup potatoes (diced)
- 1 cup carrots (sliced)
- 1 cup peas
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to a sizzling 425°F (220°C), ensuring the kitchen is ready for a comforting culinary adventure.
- Submerge carrots and potatoes in boiling water, cooking until they reach a tender consistency, approximately 10 minutes. Carefully drain and reserve for later.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, creating a smooth base. Introduce flour to form a velvety roux, allowing it to cook and develop flavor for one minute.
- Slowly incorporate chicken broth and milk, whisking continuously to create a luxurious, creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to enhance the overall taste profile.
- Fold in the cooked chicken, vibrant carrots, sweet peas, and soft potatoes into the silky sauce, ensuring each ingredient is evenly distributed.
- Gently drape the first pie crust into a waiting pie dish, creating a perfect foundation for the hearty filling.
- Pour the chicken and vegetable mixture into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly to create a delectable base.
- Crown the pie with the second crust, meticulously sealing the edges to lock in the flavors. Artfully cut strategic slits across the top to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust that signals culinary perfection.
- Remove from the oven and allow the pie to rest for 10 minutes, letting the filling settle and flavors meld before serving up this comforting masterpiece.
Notes
- Customize the crust by using whole wheat or gluten-free flour for those with dietary restrictions.
- Swap chicken with tofu or plant-based protein to create a vegetarian version of the pot pie.
- Enhance flavor by adding herbs like thyme or rosemary to the sauce for a more aromatic profile.
- Prep vegetables in advance and store in the refrigerator to streamline the cooking process and save time.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg