Chicken pot pie with carrots, peas, and chicken is the quintessential comfort food that warms the body and soul.This hearty dish, beloved across generations, offers a delectable blend of tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a creamy, savory sauce encased in a perfectly flaky pie crust. It’s the kind of meal that feels like a hug in a dish, ideal for cozy family dinners or special gatherings where home-cooked comfort is the order of the day.
The magic of chicken pot pie lies in combining simple, wholesome ingredients into a luxurious and satisfying dish. Imagine the tender chunks of chicken cooked to perfection, mingling with sweet, crisp carrots and tender peas in a rich, velvety sauce. Each spoonful delivers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, enhanced by aromatic herbs and spices that elevate the filling.
The pie’s golden buttery crust contrasts the creamy interior, creating a perfect balance of crunch and softness. Making chicken pot pie from scratch is not just a process, it’s an enjoyable and deeply rewarding journey. It starts with preparing a flavorful base by sautéing onions, garlic, and vegetables, then adding the chicken and a creamy sauce made with chicken broth and a touch of cream.
This filling is then encased in a homemade or store-bought pie crust, which bakes to golden perfection, forming a crispy shield that holds all the goodness inside. The satisfaction of creating this dish from start to finish is unparalleled. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this chicken pot pie recipe is straightforward yet incredibly rewarding.
I love to make it for family gatherings or our Sunday lunch or supper. It’s a dish that brings people together and evokes a sense of tradition, offering a taste of home and a comforting escape from the everyday hustle. With each bite of this classic pot pie, you’re not just savoring a meal—you’re indulging in a cherished tradition of warmth and togetherness, a taste of home that transcends generations.
Ingredients ;
2 cups Chicken, cooked and shredded
½ cup Mushroom, sliced
½ cup Carrot, small dice
½ cup Yellow Onion, small dice
½ cup Peas, frozen
2 stalks of Celery, diced
2 cloves garlic
2 tbsp Butter
2 tbsp All-purpose flour
1 cup Chicken stock
¼ cup Heavy cream
½ tsp Italian herb seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 egg, for egg wash
2 Pie crust, store-bought or homemade
How to make Chicken Pot Pie ;
Step1. In a pan, melt the butter on medium heat.
Step2. Add onion, carrot, and celery and saute for 5 to 6 minutes or until translucent.
Step3. Add mushrooms and cook for 5 to 6 minutes.
Step4. Now add flour to the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
Step5. Remove the pan from heat, add chicken stock gradually, and stir to avoid any lumps.
Step6. Cook the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes while stirring. Add heavy cream and stir to combine , creating a thick gravy-like mixture.
Step7. Add Italian herb seasoning, salt, and pepper. Taste to adjust the seasoning.
Step8. Add chicken and frozen peas to the mixture and mix. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
Step9. Preheat the oven to 400 F.
Step10. Place one pie crust in a pie pan and gently press it to cover the edges of the pan.
Step11. Pour the chicken filling and cover the pan with a second pie crust.
Step12. Cut the excess crust and cramp the edges to seal with a knife. Then, cut an X in the middle for air to escape.
Step13. Brush the top with egg.
Step14. Bake the pot pie for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden.
Step15. Let it rest for 15 minutes, and then serve.
Chicken pot pie
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- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Ingredients
Ingredients
2 cups Chicken, cooked and shredded
½ cup Mushroom, sliced
½ cup Carrot, small dice
½ cup Yellow Onion, small dice
½ cup Peas, frozen
2 stalks of Celery, diced
2 cloves garlic
2 tbsp Butter
2 tbsp All-purpose flour
1 cup Chicken stock
¼ cup Heavy cream
½ tsp Italian herb seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1 egg, for egg wash
2 Pie crust, store-bought or homemade
Instructions
1.In a pan, melt the butter on medium heat.
2.Add onion, carrot, and celery and saute for 5 to 6 minutes or until translucent.
3.Add mushrooms and cook for 5 to 6 minutes.
4.Now add flour to the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
5.Remove the pan from heat, add chicken stock gradually, and stir to avoid any lumps.
6.Cook the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes while stirring. Add heavy cream and stir to combine , creating a thick gravy-like mixture.
7.Add Italian herb seasoning, salt, and pepper. Taste to adjust the seasoning.
8.Add chicken and frozen peas to the mixture and mix. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
9.Preheat the oven to 400 F.
10.Place one pie crust in a pie pan and gently press it to cover the edges of the pan.
11.Pour the chicken filling and cover the pan with a second pie crust.
12.Cut the excess crust and cramp the edges to seal with a knife. Then, cut an X in the middle for air to escape.
13.Brush the top with egg.
14.Bake the pot pie for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden.
15.Let it rest for 15 minutes, and then serve.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
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