Joanna Gaines Chicken Pot Pie With Mashed Potatoes
Introduction
If you are looking for a hearty and delicious meal, chicken pot pie with mashed potatoes is a great option. The recipe, popularized by Joanna Gaines, is easy to make and perfect for a cozy night in. In this article, we will walk you through the steps to make Joanna Gaines' chicken pot pie with mashed potatoes.Ingredients
For the chicken pot pie, you will need:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 refrigerated pie crusts
For the mashed potatoes, you will need:
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, and then bake them for 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked. Once cooked, let the chicken cool and then shred it into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2: Make the Pot Pie Filling
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, carrots, and garlic, and cook until the vegetables are tender. Add the flour and stir until well combined. Gradually add the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly. Add the salt, pepper, thyme, basil, rosemary, and parsley, and continue to stir until the mixture thickens. Add the peas, corn, and shredded chicken, and stir until well combined.
Step 3: Assemble the Pot Pie
Roll out the pie crusts and place one in the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Pour the pot pie filling into the pie crust. Place the second pie crust on top of the filling, and then crimp the edges of the two crusts together. Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
Step 4: Bake the Pot Pie
Bake the pot pie for 45-50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Step 5: Make the Mashed Potatoes
While the pot pie is baking, make the mashed potatoes. Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water until they are fork-tender. Drain the water and add the butter, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Mash the potatoes until they are smooth and creamy.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
Serve the chicken pot pie with a generous scoop of mashed potatoes on top. Enjoy!
