Turkey Pot Pie Without Cream Of Chicken Soup
Are you tired of the same old turkey pot pie recipe that calls for cream of chicken soup? Not only is this ingredient unhealthy, but it also doesn't give the dish much flavor. If you're looking for a healthier and tastier alternative, look no further! Here is a recipe for a delicious turkey pot pie without cream of chicken soup.
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup vegetable shortening
- 5-7 tablespoons cold water
For the filling:
- 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt for the crust. Cut in the shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until dough forms a ball. Roll out dough to fit a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a large skillet, sauté onion and celery in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually add broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add turkey, peas and corn; heat through.
4. Pour filling into crust. Roll out remaining dough; place over filling. Trim, seal and flute edge. Cut slits in top. Cover edge loosely with foil.
5. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Substitutions
If you don't have turkey on hand, you can easily substitute it with chicken or even ham. You can also use different vegetables in the filling, such as carrots or green beans. If you don't have chicken broth, you can use vegetable broth or even water in a pinch. Don't be afraid to experiment and make this recipe your own!
Conclusion
Now you have a delicious and healthy alternative to the traditional turkey pot pie recipe. This recipe is easy to make and can be modified to suit your taste preferences. Give it a try the next time you have leftover turkey!
