Description
This Cozy Chicken Pot Pie recipe is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy sauce encased in a flaky puff pastry crust. Perfect for a family dinner, it combines savory herbs and a rich filling baked to golden perfection in under an hour.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Vegetables
- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup fresh carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Seasonings
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Crust
- 1 package puff pastry or pie crusts (thawed)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
- Cook Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced chicken breasts until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes, ensuring the chicken is cooked through and develops flavor.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onions and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onions become translucent, releasing their sweetness and aroma.
- Add Carrots: Stir in the diced carrots and cook for another 5 minutes to slightly soften them, allowing flavors to meld.
- Simmer Filling: Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and heavy cream, then let the mixture simmer until it slightly thickens, around 5 minutes, creating a rich and creamy sauce.
- Season: Add dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper, mixing well to evenly distribute the herbs and seasoning throughout the filling.
- Assemble Pie: Transfer the filling into the prepared baking dish. Cover the top with the thawed puff pastry or pie crust, trimming any excess and cutting slits for steam vents to prevent sogginess.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust turns golden brown and crisp. Once done, allow it to cool slightly before serving to set the filling.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen peas; add them during simmering if frozen to ensure they cook through.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, though the filling will be less rich.
- Ensure the puff pastry is well thawed to prevent cracking when covering the filling.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like celery or potatoes for extra texture and flavor.
- Let the pot pie cool slightly before serving to avoid a runny filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
