Print

Cozy Chicken Pot Pie Recipe with Easy Flaky Puff Pastry Lid

cozy chicken pot pie - featured image
Print Recipe

A comforting chicken pot pie featuring a rich, creamy filling of tender chicken and fresh vegetables, topped with a golden, flaky puff pastry crust. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded or diced chicken breast or thighs (leftover rotisserie works great)
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add diced onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant, stirring occasionally.
  3. Sprinkle 1/3 cup flour over the softened veggies, stirring constantly for 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste and thicken the sauce.
  4. Slowly whisk in 2 cups chicken broth and 1 cup milk. Keep stirring to prevent lumps. The mixture should thicken after about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Stir in thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Add the shredded chicken and frozen peas. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until heated through and the sauce is creamy. Remove from heat.
  6. Pour the creamy chicken and veggie mixture evenly into an 8×8-inch oven-safe baking dish. Spread it out gently.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll the thawed puff pastry sheet to fit just over your baking dish with a slight overhang. Trim edges if needed.
  8. Lay the puff pastry over the filling. Press edges to seal by folding under and crimping gently. Cut a few small slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
  9. Brush the beaten egg wash over the puff pastry for a shiny golden crust.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the puff pastry is puffed, golden, and crisp.
  11. Let the pot pie rest for about 10 minutes after baking to thicken up and cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Keep puff pastry chilled until just before baking to maintain flakiness. Cut slits in the pastry lid to allow steam to escape and prevent sogginess. Rest the pot pie after baking to let the filling set. For gluten-free, substitute flour and puff pastry accordingly. For dairy-free, use plant-based milk and butter substitutes.

Nutrition

Keywords: chicken pot pie, puff pastry, comfort food, easy dinner, creamy chicken, flaky crust, cozy meal

Find it online: https://yumyep.com/cozy-chicken-pot-pie-recipe-with-easy-flaky-puff-pastry-lid/