Description
Old-fashioned chicken pot pie is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a creamy sauce all encased in a flaky golden crust. This nostalgic dish is perfect for chilly evenings, bringing families together around the dinner table. With its rich flavors and warm aroma, every bite feels like a cozy hug, making it a cherished favorite for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, diced boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas (no need to thaw)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp poultry seasoning
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 store-bought pie crusts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Boil chicken breasts in salted water until cooked through (15-20 minutes). Dice and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onions and carrots until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add garlic and poultry seasoning; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken broth and cream; simmer until thickened.
- Fold in diced chicken and peas; mix well.
- Roll out one pie crust into a dish, fill with filling, cover with the second crust, crimp edges, and cut slits for ventilation.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg