Chicken Pot Pie With 2 Frozen Pie Crusts
Introduction
Chicken Pot Pie is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and perfect for a family dinner. It is a savory pie filled with chicken, vegetables, and a creamy sauce, all baked inside a flaky crust. This recipe uses 2 frozen pie crusts to make it even easier to prepare.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need:
- 2 frozen pie crusts
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup frozen carrots
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large skillet, cook the diced chicken over medium heat until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder and whisk until smooth. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
4. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk until the mixture is smooth. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Add the frozen peas, carrots, and corn to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are heated through.
6. Add the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine.
7. Place one frozen pie crust in the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish.
8. Pour the chicken and vegetable mixture into the pie crust.
9. Place the second frozen pie crust on top of the chicken and vegetable mixture.
10. Press the edges of the two pie crusts together to seal.
11. Cut slits in the top of the pie crust to allow steam to escape.
12. Bake the chicken pot pie for 45-50 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
Variations
There are many variations of chicken pot pie that you can try. Here are a few ideas:
- Use leftover turkey instead of chicken for a Thanksgiving-inspired pot pie.
- Add diced potatoes to the filling for a heartier pie.
- Use a store-bought rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Add chopped mushrooms to the filling for a more earthy flavor.
Conclusion
Chicken Pot Pie with 2 Frozen Pie Crusts is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for a cozy night in. With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a warm and comforting dinner that the whole family will love. Try out different variations to find your favorite version of this classic dish.