Chicken Pot Pie Recipe In Cast Iron Skillet
The Perfect Comfort Food
Chicken Pot Pie is a classic comfort food that everyone loves. It's warm, savory, and full of flavor. One of the best things about this dish is that it's incredibly versatile. You can make it with different vegetables, proteins, and even crusts. In this recipe, we'll be making a chicken pot pie in a cast iron skillet. This method gives the crust a crispy edge and a soft center that is sure to satisfy.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 1 prepared pie crust
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F.
Step 2: Make the Filling
Melt the butter in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook until tender. Add the flour, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes. Slowly add the chicken broth and milk, whisking constantly until the mixture is smooth. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Add the chicken, peas, carrots, thyme, and parsley. Stir well and remove from heat.
Step 3: Add the Crust
Roll out the prepared pie crust and place it over the filling. Cut slits in the crust to allow steam to escape. Brush the top of the crust with an egg wash (1 beaten egg with 1 tablespoon of water) to give it a golden brown color.
Step 4: Bake
Bake the chicken pot pie in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Conclusion
This chicken pot pie recipe in a cast iron skillet is a delicious and comforting meal that is perfect for any occasion. The filling is rich and flavorful, and the crust is flaky and golden brown. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.