Homemade Chicken Pot Pie Recipe With Puff Pastry
Introduction:
Chicken pot pie is a comfort food that is loved by many. It's a warm, savory dish that is perfect for a cold day. But did you know that you can make it at home? With this homemade chicken pot pie recipe, you can enjoy a delicious meal that is both easy to make and budget-friendly. And to add some extra flakiness and texture to the crust, we will be using puff pastry.
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten
For the filling:
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut it into a circle that is slightly larger than your pie dish. Place the puff pastry circle in the dish and trim the edges.
3. Brush the beaten egg over the puff pastry and bake the crust for 10-12 minutes or until it's golden brown. Set it aside.
4. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until it's no longer pink. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
5. In the same skillet, add the onion, celery, and mushrooms. Cook for 5 minutes or until they're soft.
6. Add the flour to the skillet and stir until it's well combined with the vegetables.
7. Pour in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
8. Add the chicken, peas, carrots, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir until everything is well combined.
9. Pour the filling into the prepared pie dish with the baked puff pastry crust.
10. Roll out the remaining puff pastry and cut it into strips. Place the strips in a lattice pattern over the filling.
11. Brush the lattice with the remaining beaten egg.
12. Bake the chicken pot pie for 30-35 minutes or until the filling is hot and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
Variations:
If you want to switch things up, here are some variations you can try:
- Use turkey instead of chicken
- Add potatoes or sweet potatoes to the filling
- Use different vegetables, such as corn or green beans
- Add herbs, such as thyme or rosemary, for extra flavor
Conclusion:
With this homemade chicken pot pie recipe, you can enjoy a classic comfort food that is easy to make and budget-friendly. The addition of puff pastry adds a flaky, buttery texture to the crust that is sure to impress. So, try this recipe out and enjoy a warm, savory meal that is perfect for a cold day.
