Description

This Chicken Pot Pie is a lifesaver recipe perfect for chilly weeknights. It uses a clever ‘skillet-to-oven’ method and store-bought puff pastry to create a professional, golden-brown crust with minimal effort. It’s a complete, comforting meal packed with protein and vegetables in one pan.

Ingredients

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2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup yellow onion, finely diced
1 cup carrots, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup celery, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup frozen peas
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 sheet frozen puff pastry
1 large egg (for wash)
Fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Sauté the Aromatics: Melt butter in a large skillet. Add onions, carrots, and celery; cook for 5-7 minutes. Stir in garlic for 60 seconds.
Create the Roux: Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir for 2 minutes.
Build the Sauce: Slowly pour in broth and cream while stirring. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
Combine Ingredients: Stir in chicken, peas, salt, pepper, and herbs. Remove from heat.
Assemble: Cut puff pastry into 2-inch squares. Overlap them over the filling. Brush with egg wash.
Bake: Bake at 400°F (204°C) for 20-25 minutes until dark golden brown.
Rest: Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For the best results, ensure the puff pastry is cold when it goes into the oven. To avoid a soggy bottom, make sure your sauce is thick like gravy before adding the pastry.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Skillet-to-Oven
Cuisine: American Comfort Food