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A golden-crusted chicken pot pie fresh from the oven, showcasing its flaky pastry.

Proven Way to Grow a Perfect Chicken Pot Pie in 4 Steps

This chicken pot pie recipe is a comforting classic, featuring tender chicken and vegetables in a creamy sauce, all topped with a flaky crust. It's a hearty meal perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cold butter cut into cubes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup ice water
For the Filling
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • pastry blender or fork
  • large skillet
  • rolling pin
  • 9-inch pie plate

Method
 

Make the Crust
  1. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt, then cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, mixing until a dough forms, then divide in half and chill for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Filling
  1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then whisk in flour and cook for one minute. Gradually add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring until the mixture thickens.
Assemble the Pot Pie
  1. Stir in shredded chicken and mixed vegetables into the thickened sauce, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Roll out one half of the chilled dough and place it into a 9-inch pie plate.
Bake to Golden Perfection
  1. Pour the chicken mixture into the pie plate and cover with the remaining rolled-out dough, crimping the edges to seal. Cut several slits in the top crust and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of thyme or rosemary to the filling. If you don't have cooked chicken, you can poach or bake chicken breasts and then shred them for this recipe.