Description
Warm, flaky, and loaded with tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy sauce, Chicken Pot Pie is the ultimate comfort food. Whether it’s a family dinner or a holiday treat, this timeless classic is a crowd-pleaser that never fails to satisfy.
Ingredients
- 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
- 1 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- ½ cup sliced celery
- ⅓ cup butter
- ⅓ cup chopped onion
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon celery seed
- 1 ¾ cups chicken broth
- ⅔ cup milk
- 2 unbaked 9-inch pie crusts
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Cook the Chicken and Vegetables: In a medium saucepan, combine the chicken, carrots, peas, and celery. Add enough water to cover and bring to a boil. Cook for 15 minutes, then drain and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In another saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the flour, salt, pepper, and celery seed to form a roux. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly. Simmer for 5–10 minutes until thickened, then remove from heat.
- Assemble the Pie: Place one pie crust in the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly over the crust. Pour the sauce over the filling. Cover with the second pie crust, seal the edges, and trim any excess dough. Cut small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Let the pie cool for 10 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Assemble the pie and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Freeze for Later: Freeze the unbaked pie for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 15–20 minutes to the cooking time.
- Prevent Soggy Crust: Prebake the bottom crust for 5–7 minutes before adding the filling.
- Customize the Filling: Add diced potatoes, mushrooms, or corn for extra variety.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American