Are you looking for a comforting and delicious meal that will warm you up on a cold night? Look no further than this Double Crust Chicken Pot Pie Recipe from Cooks Country. This classic dish is perfect for a family dinner or for meal prepping for the week ahead.
Ingredients
To make this Double Crust Chicken Pot Pie Recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
16 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces and chilled
1/2 cup ice water
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 onion, chopped
4 carrots, peeled and chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 cup frozen peas
2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 egg, beaten
Instructions
For the Crust:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar.2. Using a pastry blender or your fingers, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.3. Gradually add the ice water, stirring until the dough comes together.4. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a disk.5. Wrap the disks in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
For the Filling:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken with the flour until coated.3. In a large saucepan, bring the chicken broth and cream to a simmer.4. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and simmer until the vegetables are tender.5. Add the chicken, peas, thyme, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Assembly:
1. Roll out one of the dough disks on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish.2. Pour the chicken mixture into the pie dish.3. Roll out the second dough disk and place it on top of the chicken mixture.4. Trim the edges and crimp to seal.5. Cut a few slits in the top of the crust to allow steam to escape.6. Brush the top with the beaten egg.7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Conclusion
This Double Crust Chicken Pot Pie Recipe from Cooks Country is a delicious and comforting meal that is perfect for a family dinner or for meal prepping for the week ahead. With its flaky crust and creamy chicken filling, it's sure to become a family favorite. Give it a try and enjoy!
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