Description
Chicken Pot Pie is the ultimate comfort food—a savory pie filled with tender chicken, vegetables, and a creamy, flavorful sauce, all encased in a golden, flaky crust. It’s perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or special occasions. This recipe is easily customizable and a crowd favorite!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade pie crusts)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add diced carrots and celery; cook for 5-6 minutes until softened.
- Stir in peas and chicken.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stirring constantly to coat, and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth, then milk. Simmer, stirring until thickened.
- Season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Roll out the bottom pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Pour the filling into the crust.
- Place the top crust on, trim excess dough, crimp edges, and cut slits in the top.
- Brush with egg wash and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu, tempeh, or additional vegetables.
- Use phyllo dough for a lighter, flakier crust.
- For a spicy twist, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- You can make the filling ahead of time or freeze the pie for later.
- Prep Time: 20min
- Cook Time: 40min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
