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Delicious homemade Chicken Pot Pie with flaky crust and savory filling

Chicken Pot Pie

This chicken pot pie is a warm and comforting dish that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a flaky crust, making it perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup peas
  • 1 cup potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 package refrigerated pie crusts Store-bought or homemade.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  3. Add onions and garlic, sauté until softened.
  4. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Gradually add chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
  6. Add cooked chicken, carrots, peas, potatoes, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  7. Roll out pie crust and fit into a pie pan.
  8. Pour chicken filling into the crust, then cover with the second pie crust and seal the edges.
  9. Cut slits in the top crust for steam to escape.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
  2. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve sliced like a cake and pair with a side salad or steamed vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze before baking.