Description
Hearty chicken pot pie brings comfort and warmth from classic American kitchens to dinner tables. Rich layers of tender chicken, creamy sauce, and flaky pastry create a satisfying meal that nourishes you deeply.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package puff pastry or pie crusts (thawed)
- 3 cups (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 2 cups (480 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh carrots (diced)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp dried rosemary
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400°F, preparing a baking dish with a light coating of grease to prevent sticking.
- Sauté chicken pieces in a skillet over medium heat, developing a golden exterior and ensuring thorough cooking for 6-7 minutes.
- Introduce finely chopped onions and garlic to the skillet, cooking until onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Incorporate diced carrots into the mixture, allowing them to soften and blend with the existing flavors for approximately 5 minutes.
- Stream chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet, creating a rich, velvety sauce that gently simmers and thickens.
- Enhance the filling with aromatic thyme, rosemary, and season with salt and pepper, stirring to distribute the herbs evenly.
- Carefully transfer the savory mixture into the prepared baking dish, ensuring an even spread.
- Drape puff pastry or pie crust over the filling, creating artistic steam vents to allow excess moisture to escape.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, baking for 25-30 minutes until the crust transforms into a beautiful golden-brown color.
- Remove from oven and allow the pot pie to rest briefly, letting the filling settle before serving to enhance flavor and texture.
Notes
- Swap chicken for tofu or plant-based protein to create a delightful vegetarian version that maintains the creamy, comforting essence of the pot pie.
- Use gluten-free puff pastry or pie crust to make this recipe accessible for those with gluten sensitivities without compromising on taste and texture.
- Enhance nutrition by adding extra vegetables like peas, celery, or diced potatoes to boost the filling’s flavor profile and create a more robust meal.
- Prepare filling in advance and store in the refrigerator for up to two days, allowing for quick assembly and a stress-free cooking experience when you’re short on time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg