Puff Pastry Chicken Pot Pie With Cream Of Chicken Soup
Chicken pot pie is a classic American comfort food that has been around for ages. It's a savory dish that's perfect for those chilly days when all you want is something warm and filling. This recipe puts a twist on the classic by using puff pastry instead of a traditional pie crust. The result is a flaky, buttery crust that perfectly complements the creamy chicken filling.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 carrots, peeled and diced
- 3 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a large skillet, cook the chicken over medium-high heat until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the cream of chicken soup, milk, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Roll out one sheet of puff pastry and place it in the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Trim any excess pastry.
- Pour the chicken mixture into the pie dish.
- Roll out the second sheet of puff pastry and place it over the top of the chicken mixture. Trim any excess pastry.
- Poke a few holes in the top of the puff pastry to let steam escape.
- Brush the beaten egg over the top of the puff pastry.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
- Let the pot pie cool for a few minutes before serving.
Variations
There are many variations of chicken pot pie that you can try. Here are a few ideas:
- Swap out the chicken for turkey or beef.
- Use frozen mixed vegetables instead of fresh carrots and celery.
- Add potatoes, sweet potatoes, or squash to the filling.
- Use a different type of soup, such as cream of mushroom or cream of celery.
- Top the pot pie with mashed potatoes instead of puff pastry.
Conclusion
Chicken pot pie with cream of chicken soup and puff pastry is a delicious and comforting meal that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Try it out and see for yourself why chicken pot pie is a classic dish that will never go out of style.