Chicken pot pie is a delicious and comforting dish. Here’s a simple recipe to prepare it:
Ingredients:
- 2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 1/2 cup diced potatoes
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large skillet or pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions, celery, and potatoes. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
- Stir in the flour and cook for an additional minute to cook off the raw flour taste. This will help thicken the sauce.
- Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk, making sure there are no lumps. Add the dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Add the cooked chicken and frozen mixed vegetables to the sauce. Stir well to combine everything. Remove from heat.
- Place one of the pie crusts in a pie dish, pressing it gently to fit the shape. Pour the chicken and vegetable filling into the pie crust.
- Cover the filling with the second pie crust. Trim any excess crust and crimp the edges to seal the pie. You can also cut a few slits on the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Place the pie dish on a baking sheet to catch any spills. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Slice the chicken pot pie and serve warm. Enjoy!
Note: You can customize this recipe by adding other vegetables like mushrooms or green beans. Additionally, you can brush the top crust with beaten egg before baking to give it a shiny golden finish.