Description
This Creamy Chicken Pot Pie recipe features tender cooked chicken mixed with a savory, creamy vegetable filling, all encased in a flaky, golden pie crust. A comforting classic perfect for a hearty family dinner.
Ingredients
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Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 2/3 cup milk
Crust
- 2 unbaked pie crusts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the pot pie.
- Cook Onions: In a saucepan over medium heat, cook the chopped onions in butter until they become soft and translucent, which forms the flavor base.
- Make Sauce: Stir in the flour, salt, black pepper, and celery seed to the cooked onions. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk, then simmer over medium-low heat until the mixture thickens, stirring frequently to avoid lumps.
- Add Chicken and Vegetables: Gently fold the cooked, diced chicken and frozen peas and carrots into the thickened sauce. Remove the mixture from heat once combined.
- Prepare Pie Crust: Place one unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate, ensuring it fits well along the bottom and sides.
- Assemble Pie: Pour the chicken and vegetable filling evenly over the crust. Cover with the second pie crust, sealing all edges to prevent leakage. Make small slits or cuts in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Bake: Bake the assembled pot pie in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and crispy.
- Cool: Once baked, allow the pot pie to cool for about 10 minutes before serving to let the filling set slightly and prevent burns.
Notes
- For extra golden crust, you can brush the top pie crust with an egg wash before baking.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like mushrooms or corn depending on preference.
- Leftover pie can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
- Ensure the pie crust edges are well sealed to avoid filling leakage during baking.