Chicken Pot Pie

Creamy filling under flaky pastry

Prep: Cook: Serves: 6

Ingredients

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  • 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery ribs, sliced
  • ⅓ cup flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme
  • 1 sheet puff pastry
  • 1 egg, beaten

Instructions

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  1. Poach chicken in simmering water until cooked, . Shred.
  2. Melt butter, cook onion, carrots, celery until soft, .
  3. Add flour, cook . Whisk in broth and cream.
  4. Simmer until thickened. Add chicken, peas, thyme. Season well.
  5. Transfer to 9x13 dish. Top with puff pastry, cut vents. Brush with egg.
  6. Bake at 400°F until golden and bubbling, .

Notes

  • Thighs have more flavor than breasts.
  • Puff pastry is easier than pie dough.

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