Chicken Pot Pie - a Denser Version Recipe

Name: Chicken Pot Pie - a Denser Version
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts; 1 onion, cut into wedges; 1 stalk celery, cut into fourths; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon dried basil; ½ teaspoon dried thyme; ½ teaspoon dried rosemary; 1 bay leaf; ⅓ cup butter or ⅓ cup margarine; ½ cup flour; 1 ½ teaspoons half-and-half; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 1 cup chopped celery; 1 cup chopped onion; 1 cup chopped carrot; 1 cup chopped potato; 1 box pillsbury pie crust

Servings: persons

4 chicken breasts
1 onion, cut into wedges
1 stalk celery, cut into fourths
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
1 bay leaf
⅓ cup butter or ⅓ cup margarine
½ cup flour
1 ½ teaspoons half-and-half
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped carrot
1 cup chopped potato
1 box pillsbury pie crust

1
Preheat oven to 400.
2
Cover chicken breasts with water; add onion, celery, and spices through bay leaf in recipe.
3
Bring to a boil.
4
Simmer until chicken is done.
5
Drain chicken, reserving 1 1/2 cups of the broth for later use in the recipe.
6
When cool, cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
7
Saute chopped celery, onion, carrot, and potato in butter until crisp tender.
8
Add flour, stirring constantly.
9
Cook 1 minute.
10
Gradually add reserved broth and half and half; stir until thick and bubbly.
11
Stir in salt, pepper, and chicken.
12
If this mixture seems really dry (sometimes larger chicken breasts will do this), you can add more broth.
13
But don't add too much or your dense pie will turn runny.
14
Spoon pot pie mixture into pie crust.
15
Top with other crust, cutting slits for the pie to vent.
16
Bake at 400 for 30 minutes.
17
(Cover edge of pie with foil for first 15 minutes of baking.
18
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475

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken breasts, 1 onion, cut into wedges, 1 stalk celery, cut into fourths, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Chicken Pot Pie - a Denser Version falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Pot Pie - a Denser Version

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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