Description
This classic Chicken Pot Pie wraps tender chicken and wholesome vegetables in a rich, creamy sauce, all tucked inside a buttery, flaky crust. It’s the kind of cozy, oven‑baked comfort that makes the whole kitchen smell inviting and brings everyone to the table. Simple ingredients, familiar flavors, and a golden top make this a timeless favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup peas
- 1 cup potatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 package (2 crusts) refrigerated pie crusts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in the flour, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and garlic powder until a thick paste forms and the flour is fully moistened.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture bubbles and thickens into a creamy sauce, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add the cooked shredded chicken, diced carrots, peas, and diced potatoes to the sauce. Stir until everything is evenly coated, then remove from the heat.
- Roll out one pie crust and gently fit it into a 9-inch pie dish, pressing it into the bottom and up the sides.
- Pour the warm chicken and vegetable filling into the prepared bottom crust, spreading it into an even layer.
- Place the second pie crust over the filling. Trim and seal the edges by crimping with your fingers or a fork, then cut several small slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips, then bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let the pot pie cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving, allowing the filling to set slightly.
Notes
- For even cooking, dice the vegetables into similar-sized pieces so they soften at the same rate.
- If using raw potatoes and carrots, make sure they are cut small; they’ll finish cooking as the pie bakes.
- Letting the pot pie rest before serving helps the filling thicken so slices hold together nicely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of pie)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: chicken pot pie, classic chicken pot pie, comfort food, easy chicken dinner, family meal, creamy chicken pie