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A golden-crusted chicken pot pie fresh from the oven, with steam rising.

How to grow the perfect chicken pot pie in 5 steps

This recipe guides you through creating a delicious chicken pot pie from scratch, combining tender chicken and vegetables in a savory sauce under a flaky crust. It's a comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 2 cups Mixed vegetables frozen, thawed
  • 1.5 cups Chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup Milk
  • 0.33 cup All-purpose flour
  • 0.33 cup Butter
  • 0.5 Onion diced
  • 0.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black pepper
For the Crust
  • 2 Pie crusts refrigerated, 9-inch

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Whisk
  • 9-inch pie dish

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux; gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
  3. Add shredded chicken, mixed vegetables, salt, and pepper to the skillet, stirring to combine all ingredients.
  4. Simmer the filling for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken further.
Assemble the Pie
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and place one pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish.
  2. Pour the prepared chicken and vegetable filling evenly into the pie crust.
  3. Place the second pie crust over the filling, crimping the edges to seal and cutting several slits in the top for steam to escape.
Bake the Pie
  1. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Cool and Serve
  1. Allow the chicken pot pie to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving to ensure the filling sets properly.
Enjoy!
  1. Serve your homemade chicken pot pie as a hearty and comforting meal for your family and friends.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of thyme or poultry seasoning to the filling. You can also use homemade pie crust for an even more authentic taste. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges loosely with aluminum foil.