Description
Indulge in the comfort of a homemade Chicken Pot Pie with its golden, flaky crust and creamy filling filled with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs. This classic dish is perfect for cozy nights or gatherings, offering warmth and satisfaction in every bite. Easy to prepare, this recipe will have your family coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium sweet onion (diced)
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized cubes. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté the chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add onions, carrots, and celery; cook until softened (approximately 4-5 minutes).
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream; let simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Season with thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Roll out the puff pastry over your baking dish filled with the mixture. Cut slits in the top for ventilation.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute chicken with turkey or mushrooms for a vegetarian option. Experiment with different herbs to personalize the flavor profile. Allow the pie crust to rest before rolling for optimal flakiness.