Flaky Pie Crust Recipe For Chicken Pot Pie
Chicken pot pie is the ultimate comfort food, with its flaky crust and creamy filling. But what sets a good chicken pot pie apart from a great one is the crust. A flaky, buttery crust can make all the difference. Here's a recipe for a delicious and easy-to-make flaky pie crust that will take your chicken pot pie to the next level.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup ice water
Before you start, make sure all of your ingredients are cold. This will help to create a flaky crust.
Instructions
Step 1: Mix the dry ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and sugar.
Step 2: Add the butter
Add the cubed butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour. Keep working the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Step 3: Add the ice water
Sprinkle the mixture with ice water, a tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tough crust.
Step 4: Chill the dough
Divide the dough into two equal parts and shape into disks. Wrap each disk in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before rolling out.
Rolling out the dough
When you're ready to use the dough, remove it from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften. Flour your work surface and rolling pin, and roll out the dough to the desired thickness. Use the dough to line your pie dish, trimming off any excess.
Baking the crust
If you're making a chicken pot pie, you'll want to pre-bake the crust before adding the filling. To do this, preheat your oven to 375°F. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork and line it with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Fill the crust with pie weights or dried beans, and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the edges are golden brown.
Conclusion
With this flaky pie crust recipe, you'll be able to create the perfect chicken pot pie every time. Don't be afraid to experiment with different fillings, or use this crust recipe for other pies, like apple or pumpkin. The possibilities are endless!
