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Homemade Chicken Pot Pie

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Classic homemade chicken pot pie with tender chicken, vegetables, and a creamy sauce baked inside a flaky, golden crust.

 

Ingredients

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  • 4 tablespoons butter, plus extra for the dish
  • 1 white or yellow onion, diced
  • 4 whole carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 medium-large chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 ½ cups half and half, or whole milk
  • ¾ cup frozen peas
  • 2 sheets refrigerated pie crust, or one homemade pie crust
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onion, carrot, celery, and a pinch of salt. Cook until onions soften and begin to color.
  3. Stir in thyme, then add chicken pieces seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook until chicken starts to brown.
  4. Sprinkle with flour and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Pour in broth and half-and-half. Cook, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens slightly. Add peas and adjust seasoning.
  6. Butter a 9-inch pie plate and line with one pie crust. Add filling.
  7. Brush exposed crust edges with beaten egg. Place second crust on top, press edges to seal, and trim excess.
  8. Crimp edges decoratively, brush top with egg wash, and cut a small vent in center.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Let rest 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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