Description
Chicken Pot Pie is a classic comfort food featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy savory sauce encased in a flaky, golden-brown pie crust. This warm and hearty dish is perfect for a satisfying family meal, combining rich flavors and a delightful texture.
Ingredients
Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup peas
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
Sauce
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 2/3 cup milk
Pie Crust
- 2 refrigerated pie crusts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the pie.
- Prepare Pie Dish: Place one pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it firmly against the bottom and sides.
- Make Sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until the mixture is smooth and bubbly to form a roux.
- Add Liquids: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk. Continue cooking and stirring until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Combine Filling: Stir the cooked chicken, diced carrots, peas, and chopped celery into the thickened sauce, mixing until everything is evenly coated.
- Fill Pie: Pour the chicken and vegetable mixture into the prepared pie crust in the pie dish.
- Top Crust: Cover the filling with the second pie crust. Seal the edges by pinching them together and cut small slits on the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 30–35 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown and crisp.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken can save time and add extra flavor.
- Frozen mixed vegetables can be substituted for fresh vegetables for convenience.
- Ensure the pie crust edges are well sealed to prevent filling leakage.
- For a richer flavor, use whole milk or add a splash of cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
