Chicken pot pie is a popular savory dish in American cuisine. It typically consists of diced or shredded chicken, mixed vegetables (such as carrots, peas, and corn), and a creamy sauce, all encased in a flaky pastry crust. Here’s a basic recipe for making chicken pot pie:
Ingredients:
For the Filling:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 2/3 cup milk
For the Crust:
- 2 pie crusts (you can use store-bought or make your own)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and celery and cook until they become soft and translucent.
- Stir in the flour, salt, pepper, and thyme (if using). Cook for a minute or two, stirring constantly, to create a roux.
- Slowly pour in the chicken broth and milk, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth. This will form the creamy sauce for your pot pie.
- Add the cooked chicken and mixed vegetables to the sauce. Stir well to combine and heat everything through.
- Roll out one of the pie crusts and place it in the bottom of a pie dish or a deep baking dish.
- Pour the chicken and vegetable filling into the pie crust.
- Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the top of the filling. Trim any excess crust and crimp the edges to seal the pie.
- Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Place the pot pie in the preheated oven and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Allow the chicken pot pie to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Chicken pot pie is a comforting and hearty dish that’s perfect for a family dinner or a cozy meal on a chilly day. You can customize it by adding your favorite herbs and spices or by using different types of vegetables to suit your taste.
