Ingredients
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For the Filling:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup peas
- 1 cup potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup celery, sliced
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
For the Crust:
- 1 package (14 oz) refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade crust)
- 1 egg, beaten (optional, for egg wash)
Instructions
Prepare the Filling
- Cook the Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add carrots, potatoes, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until slightly softened.
- Make the Roux: Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add Liquids: Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Cook until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in chicken, peas, salt, pepper, and thyme. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
Assemble the Pot Pie
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the Crust: Roll out one pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish, allowing the edges to hang slightly over the sides.
- Add the Filling: Pour the cooled filling into the prepared crust.
- Top with Second Crust: Place the second crust over the filling, trim the edges, and pinch to seal. Cut a few small slits in the top crust for ventilation.
- Egg Wash (Optional): Brush the top crust with beaten egg for a glossy finish.
Bake
- Place the pie dish on a baking sheet to catch any drips.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let the pie cool for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 min.
- Cook Time: 50 min.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 450 kcal