Easy Chicken Pot Pie With Store Bought Crust
If you are looking for a comforting and delicious meal that is easy to make, then chicken pot pie is the perfect dish for you. This classic dish is typically made with a homemade crust, but with a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious chicken pot pie with store-bought crust.
Ingredients:
- 1 store-bought pie crust
- 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Instructions:
1. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add in the onions and celery, and cook until they are soft and translucent.
2. Add the flour to the saucepan and stir until it is well combined with the butter and vegetables.
3. Gradually add the chicken broth and milk to the saucepan while stirring constantly. Continue to stir until the mixture thickens and begins to boil.
4. Add the chicken, mixed vegetables, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir until everything is well combined.
5. Pour the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish.
6. Place the store-bought pie crust over the top of the dish, pressing the edges down to seal the mixture inside.
7. Cut a few slits in the top of the crust to allow steam to escape.
8. Bake the chicken pot pie for 30-35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
9. Let the chicken pot pie cool for a few minutes before serving.
Tips:
- If you don’t have cooked chicken on hand, you can use a rotisserie chicken or cook some chicken breasts in the oven.
- Feel free to add your own touch to the recipe by adding extra seasonings or vegetables.
- To make the filling creamier, you can use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk.
- If you want to save time, you can use a frozen pie crust instead.
Now that you know how to make an easy chicken pot pie with store-bought crust, you can enjoy a delicious and comforting meal any day of the week.
