Description
Chicken Pot Pie is a classic comfort food that combines tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a creamy sauce all enveloped in a flaky, golden crust. This dish evokes nostalgia and warmth, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With easy preparation and customizable ingredients, this Chicken Pot Pie is bound to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (3-4) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add bite-sized chicken pieces to the skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink (about 7 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir well and let simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened. Stir in frozen peas.
- Transfer filling into the prepared baking dish, cover with puff pastry, and bake for about 30 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute vegetables like corn or mushrooms based on preference. For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary.