Make Ahead Chicken Pot Pie For The Freezer
Chicken pot pie is a classic comfort food that never goes out of style. It's a hearty and satisfying dish that's perfect for a cozy night in or a family dinner. One of the best things about chicken pot pie is that it's easy to make ahead and freeze for later. With a little bit of prep work, you can have a delicious homemade meal ready to go whenever you need it.
Ingredients
To make ahead chicken pot pie for the freezer, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 2 pie crusts
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1/3 cup chopped onion
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 2/3 cup milk
- 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, green beans, corn)
Instructions
Here's how to make ahead chicken pot pie for the freezer:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Roll out one of the pie crusts and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the flour, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 1-2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
- Add the cooked chicken and frozen vegetables to the sauce and stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
- Roll out the second pie crust and place it on top of the filling.
- Crimp the edges of the crusts together to seal the pie.
- Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Bake the chicken pot pie for 35-40 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is heated through.
- Allow the pie to cool completely before wrapping in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil.
- Label the wrapped pie with the date and place it in the freezer.
Reheating
To reheat the chicken pot pie, remove it from the freezer and unwrap it from the plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Place the pie in a preheated 375°F oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is heated through.
Conclusion
Make ahead chicken pot pie for the freezer is a delicious and convenient meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. With a little bit of planning, you can have a homemade comfort food favorite ready to go whenever you need it. Give it a try and see how easy and tasty it can be!
