Homemade Chicken Pot Pie Recipe

Mak Erot

3 min read

·

Apr 06, 2025

31

Share

Homemade Chicken Pot Pie Recipe: A Comfort Food Classic

Are you craving a warm, comforting meal that's both delicious and relatively easy to make? Look no further than the classic homemade chicken pot pie! This recipe will guide you through creating a perfectly flaky crust and a creamy, flavorful chicken filling that's sure to become a family favorite. Let's dive into the ingredients and steps to making this delightful dish.

Ingredients You'll Need:

This recipe makes enough for 6 servings. Adjust the quantities as needed for larger or smaller batches.

For the Chicken Filling:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works perfectly!)
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Crust: (You can use store-bought puff pastry for a shortcut, but homemade is truly rewarding!)

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 1/2 cup ice water

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Making the Chicken Filling:

1. Sauté the Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Combine Ingredients: Stir in the shredded chicken, peas, corn, chicken broth, heavy cream, flour, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.

Making the Crust (from scratch):

1. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the flour and salt in a large bowl.
2. Cut in Butter: Cut in the chilled butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add Water: Gradually add the ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
4. Chill the Dough: Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Assembling and Baking the Pot Pie:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Roll out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out half of the dough into a circle large enough to fit a 9-inch pie dish.
3. Transfer to Dish: Carefully transfer the dough to the pie dish. Trim and crimp the edges.
4. Add Filling: Pour the chicken filling into the pie crust.
5. Top with Crust: Roll out the remaining dough and either cut it into strips for a lattice top or place it over the filling. Crimp the edges to seal. Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
6. Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
7. Cool Slightly: Let the pot pie cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Tips for the Perfect Chicken Pot Pie:

• Use high-quality ingredients: The better your ingredients, the better your pot pie will taste.
• Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing will make the crust tough.
• Chill the dough thoroughly: Chilling the dough helps prevent shrinkage during baking.
• Vent the top crust: This prevents the pie from overflowing and ensures even baking.
• Serve immediately: Chicken pot pie is best served fresh out of the oven.

Enjoy your delicious homemade chicken pot pie! This recipe is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Remember to share your culinary creations with us! What are your favorite additions to a classic chicken pot pie? Let us know in the comments below!