Chicken Pot Pie With Frozen Pie Crust And Frozen Vegetables
Introduction
Chicken pot pie is one of the most loved comfort foods, and it's easy to see why. The combination of tender chicken, savory vegetables, and rich gravy all baked in a flaky crust is simply irresistible. However, not everyone has the time or skills to make a pot pie from scratch. That's where frozen pie crusts and frozen vegetables come in handy! In this article, we'll show you how to make a delicious chicken pot pie using these convenient ingredients.Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you'll need to make a chicken pot pie with frozen pie crust and frozen vegetables:- 2 frozen pie crusts
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, green beans, corn)
- 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 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
2. Take the frozen pie crusts out of the package and let them thaw at room temperature while you prepare the filling.
3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it's soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the flour, salt, and pepper to the saucepan and stir until the mixture is smooth and bubbly, about 1 minute.
5. Gradually stir in the chicken broth and milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
6. Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it's thick and bubbly, about 5-7 minutes.
7. Stir in the frozen vegetables and shredded chicken. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until everything is heated through.
8. Take one of the thawed pie crusts and press it into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Trim the edges with a knife.
9. Pour the chicken and vegetable mixture into the pie dish.
10. Take the second thawed pie crust and place it on top of the filling. Trim the edges with a knife and cut a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
11. Place the pie dish on a baking sheet and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
Tips
- You can use any combination of frozen vegetables you like, or even use fresh vegetables if you have them on hand.
- If you don't have cooked chicken, you can use a rotisserie chicken or cook some chicken breasts or thighs in advance.
- If the edges of your pie crust are browning too quickly, cover them with strips of aluminum foil.
