Pot Pie Recipe

Mak Erot

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Apr 11, 2025

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A Flaky, Flavorful Pot Pie Recipe to Warm Your Soul

Are you craving a comforting, classic dish that's both delicious and surprisingly easy to make? Look no further than this homemade pot pie recipe! This recipe focuses on achieving that perfect balance of flaky crust and savory filling, guaranteed to impress your family and friends. Forget those frozen versions; this is the real deal.

What Makes This Pot Pie Recipe Special?

This isn't your average pot pie recipe. We've tweaked things to ensure maximum flavor and minimal fuss. Here's what sets it apart:

• From-Scratch Crust: We'll guide you through making a flaky, buttery pie crust from scratch. It's easier than you think and the taste difference is incredible.
• Flavor-Packed Filling: This pot pie isn't shy on flavor. We're using a rich blend of vegetables, tender chicken (or your favorite protein!), and a creamy, savory sauce.
• Easy-to-Follow Instructions: We've broken down the recipe into simple, manageable steps, perfect for even novice bakers.

Ingredients You'll Need:

For the Crust:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, very cold and cut into cubes
• ½ cup ice water

For the Filling:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and diced (or use leftover rotisserie chicken!)
• 2 cups frozen peas and corn
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Making the Crust:

1. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
2. Cut in the butter: Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add ice water: Gradually add the ice water, mixing gently until the dough just comes together. Don't overmix!
4. Chill the dough: Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Making the Filling:

1. Sauté 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. Make the sauce: Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
3. Add liquids: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream until smooth. Bring to a simmer.
4. Add remaining ingredients: Stir in the cooked chicken, peas, corn, thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.

Assembling and Baking the Pot Pie:

1. 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 12-inch circle. Transfer to a 9-inch pie plate.
3. Add the filling: Pour the chicken and vegetable filling into the pie crust.
4. Top with crust: Roll out the remaining dough and place it over the filling. Crimp the edges to seal. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
5. Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
6. Let cool slightly before serving.

Tips for the Perfect Pot Pie:

• Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the pot pie will taste.
• Don't overcook the vegetables: Overcooked vegetables will be mushy.
• Let the pot pie cool slightly before serving: This will allow the filling to set and make it easier to serve.

This pot pie recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Enjoy! Remember to share your delicious creations on social media using #HomemadePotPie!