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Cook's Illustrated Chicken Pot Pie With Savory Crumble Topping

Chicken Pot Pie With Savory Crumble Topping

Introduction

Cook's Illustrated is a renowned cooking magazine that provides reliable and tested recipes. One of their most popular recipes is the Chicken Pot Pie With Savory Crumble Topping. This dish is the perfect comfort food for any occasion, and it's easy to prepare.

Ingredients

Ingredients For Chicken Pot Pie With Savory Crumble Topping

The ingredients for this recipe are:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 onion, minced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery ribs, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk

Instructions

Instructions For Chicken Pot Pie With Savory Crumble Topping

Follow these instructions to make the Chicken Pot Pie With Savory Crumble Topping:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and thyme. Cook for 10 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.
  4. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of flour over the vegetables and stir to combine.
  5. Add the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
  6. Add the frozen peas and cooked shredded chicken to the skillet.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Pour the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish.
  9. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  10. Stir in the melted butter and buttermilk until the mixture forms a crumbly dough.
  11. Sprinkle the dough over the chicken mixture in the pie dish.
  12. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the topping is golden brown.
  13. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Variations

Variations For Chicken Pot Pie With Savory Crumble Topping

You can modify this recipe to suit your taste by:

  • Adding different vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers.
  • Using a different type of meat like turkey or beef.
  • Adding herbs like rosemary or parsley.
  • Using a different type of crust like puff pastry or phyllo dough.

Conclusion

The Chicken Pot Pie With Savory Crumble Topping is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for comfort food or a dish to impress your guests, this recipe is sure to satisfy. Give it a try and let us know what you think!

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