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The Best Homemade Chicken Pot Pie Recipe You’ll Ever Make

Chicken pot pie in a glass dish with flaky crust and creamy filling of chicken, peas, and carrots, with a slice removed
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This hearty chicken pot pie features a creamy, savory filling loaded with tender chicken and vegetables, all tucked into a golden, flaky crust. A comforting homemade meal that’s perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups chicken broth (homemade or store-bought)

  • 2 small red potatoes, peeled and chopped

  • 1 celery stalk, diced

  • 1 medium carrot, finely chopped

  • ½ cup yellow onion, diced

  • ½ cup frozen peas

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped (preferably roasted)

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup milk or half-and-half

  • 1 tablespoon dried sage (whole leaves or rubbed)

  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme

  • Pinch of ground nutmeg

  • Salt, to taste

  • Black pepper, to taste

  • 2 ready-to-bake 9-inch pie crusts (homemade or store-bought)

Instructions

 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F.

  • In a large saucepan, combine chicken broth, potatoes, celery, carrots, onions, and peas. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

  • Add chopped chicken and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes.

  • While the filling simmers, roll out one of the pie crusts and place it into the bottom of a 9-inch pie pan.

  • In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until a golden paste forms (roux).

  • Slowly whisk in the milk, nutmeg, dried sage, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer, stirring constantly, until thick and smooth.

  • Pour the sauce into the chicken and vegetable mixture. Stir well to combine.

  • Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.

  • Place the second crust on top. Trim excess dough, fold the top crust edge behind the bottom edge, and seal by pressing with a fork. Cut slits or small shapes into the top crust to vent steam.

  • Bake on the center oven rack for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

  • Let sit for 10–15 minutes before serving for best results.

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