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Chicken Pot Pie

Hearty Chicken Pot Pie: Your New Comfort Food Favorite

This Chicken Pot Pie recipe envelops tender chicken and colorful vegetables within a buttery, flaky crust, making it the ultimate comfort food.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Sugar Use according to your taste preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Choose kosher or table salt.
  • 1 cup Cold Unsalted Butter Ensure it’s very cold.
  • 1/4 cup Cold Buttermilk Can swap with milk and lemon juice mixture.
  • 2-4 tablespoons Cold Water Add only if the mix feels too dry.
  • 1 Egg (for egg wash) Provides a golden sheen to your crust.
Filling
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness to the filling.
  • 1 cup Diced Onion Imparts lovely aromatic flavor.
  • 2 cups Carrots (sliced) Frozen carrots work well too.
  • 1 cup Celery (sliced) Adds crunch and flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Brings out deliciousness.
  • 1/3 cup All-Purpose Flour Thickens the filling.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Elevates the dish's flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Parsley Adds freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Season to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust based on palate.
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth Opt for low-sodium for healthier version.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be used for lighter touch.
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken or Turkey Rotisserie chicken is a convenient choice.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Adds color and sweetness.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • skillet
  • pie pan
  • pastry cutter
  • Plastic wrap
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold unsalted butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in cold buttermilk; form into a ball, divide into two disks, wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add diced onion, sliced carrots, sliced celery, and minced garlic; sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender. Stir in all-purpose flour, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper; cook for 1-2 minutes until thickened. Gradually add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  3. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in shredded chicken/turkey and frozen peas. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if desired. Set aside to cool while preparing the crust.
  4. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Roll out one disk of dough into a 12-inch circle; place into a 9-inch pie pan. Pour chicken filling into the crust. Roll out second disk, drape over filling, seal edges, and cut slits for steam release.
  5. Brush the top crust with egg wash and place assembled pie on a baking sheet. Bake for 45 minutes or until crust is golden brown and filling bubbles up through slits.
  6. Once baked, let Chicken Pot Pie cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 24gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Chill your butter for best results; avoid overfilling to prevent leaks; allow resting time for cleaner slices.

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