Description
This Chicken Pot Pie Bake is a comforting and hearty dish featuring tender cooked chicken, mixed vegetables, and a creamy sauce, all enveloped in a flaky puff pastry crust. Perfect for a family meal, this recipe combines simple ingredients and classic flavors baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, and corn)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Crust
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Onions: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the diced onion for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in the flour and cook it for 1 minute to eliminate the raw taste. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce.
- Season the Filling: Add garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the sauce. Mix well to combine the flavors.
- Add Chicken and Vegetables: Stir in the shredded chicken and frozen mixed vegetables. Cook the filling mixture through until heated evenly.
- Assemble the Pie: Transfer the hot filling into the prepared baking dish. Roll out the thawed puff pastry and lay it over the filling, trimming any excess pastry from the edges.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the surface of the puff pastry with the beaten egg to give it a beautiful golden color during baking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the puff pastry is golden, puffed, and crispy.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pot pie to cool for 5 minutes after baking. This helps the filling to set slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the mixed vegetables with fresh vegetables if preferred, adjusting cooking time accordingly.
- For a richer flavor, use whole milk or half-and-half in the sauce.
- If puff pastry is unavailable, a homemade pie crust can be used as an alternative.
- To save time, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.
- Ensure the puff pastry is fully thawed before rolling out to prevent cracks.
