DINNER

How can I make this dish even easier?

Instead of cooking chicken breast ahead of time, pick up a rotisserie chicken or pre-packaged shredded chicken at the grocery store. You can also buy frozen diced onions instead of chopping your own — just warm them in the microwave and drain off any excess moisture.

Making Chicken Pot Pie Ahead of Time

You can make the filling for chicken pot pie ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking it in the crust.

Storage

It’s quite possible you won’t have leftovers after this delicious meal, but if you do there are a few ways to store it.

Refrigerator

Leftover chicken pot pie can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container, or covered with aluminum foil for 3 to 5 days.

Freezing

Chicken pot pie can be frozen whole after cooking, or in slices — after it comes to room temperature, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or store slices in zip-top bags. It can be reheated directly from the freezer for about 35 minutes on 375 in the oven.

Tips For The Best Chicken Pot Pie

• To save time, use frozen vegetables — just warm them slightly in the microwave before adding them to the pot pie.
• Placing the pie plate on a baking sheet before putting it in the oven to bake may make it easier to remove.
• Make sure that once the milk is added the filling becomes entirely smooth — you don’t want to have to deal with whisking out lumps after you’ve added the chicken and vegetables.
• If you want a shiny crust, try mixing an egg with a bit of milk or water to make an egg wash. Then, use a pastry brush to spread it over the top layer of crust before baking.

Ingredients

• Refrigerated pie crusts (thawed)
• Butter 
• Chopped onion
• All-purpose flour 
• Salt 
• Black pepper 
• Chicken stock or broth 
• Milk (2% or whole)
• Mixed veggies or peas and carrots (cooked)
• Chicken breast (cooked and chopped uniformly)

Kitchen Supplies You’ll Need

• Saucepan/skillet (large)
• 9-inch pie plate or a casserole dish (will need to purchase rectangular pie crust or puff pastry instead of the traditional round variety if you choose to use a casserole dish)
• Aluminum foil
• Sharp knife

How to Make Chicken Pot Pie

1. Press 1 layer of the crust into the bottom of the prepared pie plate or casserole dish. Trim any excess dough around the edge.
2. In a large saucepan or skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, ensuring not to overheat it. 
3. Next, gently stir the onions into the melted butter. Be sure not to caramelize the onions — they should be soft and translucent.
4. Remove the onions and butter from the heat. 
5. Then, gradually add the flour while stirring the onions and butter. The mixture will remain slightly lumpy.
6. Season the flour mixture with salt and pepper and stir to fully incorporate all ingredients.
7. Next, slowly add the chicken broth while continuously stirring. 
8. Once the broth is incorporated, add the milk.
9. Place the pot back on the stove. Bring it to a boil while constantly stirring.
10. Once the mixture has begun to boil, reduce the heat and allow it to simmer while continuing to stir. The mixture should become thick enough to coat a spoon.
11. Add the vegetables and the chopped chicken to the pan and stir until all ingredients are coated and well combined. 
12. Gently pour the filling over the top of the crust in the pan.
13. Cut small slits into the second crust to allow for steam to escape during cooking.
14. Place the upper crust on top and seal the edges. Using a fork to crimp will help the edges to adhere and to remain sealed while cooking. 
15. Next, use foil to cover just the edges of the crust. 
16. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
17. Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving.

What to Serve With Chicken Pot Pie

Chicken pot pie is a hearty, complete meal all on its own but you can easily add some savory (or slightly sweet) sides to dress it up. 

• Salad
• Sauteed mushrooms
• Roasted asparagus
• Grilled zucchini
• Squash Casserole
• Brussels sprouts with bacon
• Steamed broccoli
• Honey-glazed carrots
• Apple or cranberry sauce
• Soup
• Potatoes or sweet potatoes (baked, fried, or mashed)

Why You Should Make This Recipe

• Comforting – On a chilly night after a long day, chicken pot pie is the ultimate comfort food.
• Delicious – With its hearty, creamy filling paired with the flaky pie crust, this simple recipe delivers on both flavor and texture.
• Easy – It only takes one pan to whip up the filling and using store-bought pie crust makes it a cinch to assemble.
• Convenient – With ingredients that are easily accessible at a local grocery store, and only a few simple steps, this recipe will get dinner from the oven to the table pronto.

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