Chef Sven's Easy Homemade Chicken Pot Pie

Chef Sven • 2024-01-26

Introduction

Let me tell you a little story about my experience with chicken pot pie. Many years ago, when I was a young and ambitious chef, I decided to enter a cooking competition. The theme of the competition was comfort food, and I thought, what could be more comforting than a delicious chicken pot pie?

I spent days perfecting my recipe, making sure each ingredient was measured with precision and each step was executed flawlessly. On the day of the competition, I proudly presented my chicken pot pie to the judges. But to my surprise, it didn’t turn out as expected. The crust was soggy, the filling was bland, and it lacked that comforting, home-cooked taste.

After that experience, I made it my mission to create an easy homemade chicken pot pie recipe that anyone can make and enjoy. And today, I’m going to share that recipe with you.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1/2 cup diced celery
• 1/2 cup diced carrot
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 package refrigerated pie crusts

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrot. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the flour, salt, pepper, and dried thyme until well combined.
4. Gradually add the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.
5. Add the cooked chicken and frozen mixed vegetables. Stir until well combined.
6. Pour the chicken mixture into a 9-inch pie dish. Place the pie crust over the top, pressing it down to seal the edges.
7. Cut slits in the top of the crust to allow steam to escape.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Enjoy this easy homemade chicken pot pie with your loved ones and savor the comforting flavors. It’s a dish that will surely warm your heart and soul.