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Cold days call for comforting dishes. This rich, creamy and oh-so satisfying chicken pot pie is easy enough to whip up on a weeknight thanks to frozen vegetables and puff pastry.
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It’s no secret that I like being in the kitchen. I love to cook, bake, thumb through a stack of cookbooks and collect cookie cutters in every shape imaginable. Obviously it was the impetus behind starting this blog and what landed me in culinary school many years ago. But as much as I would love to spend every day mixing, rolling and stirring, it’s not always in the cards.
After a long day of running around with the clock furiously ticking towards dinner, I’m looking for shortcut or a quick fix. Sometimes that’s having sushi delivered, sometimes it’s breakfast for dinner, and other times it’s making a meal that mixes fresh and frozen.
There are plenty of great frozen products out there that help take the stress out of cooking. Puff pastry is one that I rely on often for parties, dinner or dessert. It’s invaluable for appetizers (like sausage rolls or pigs in the blanket), quick tart doughs, mini quiches or tartlets or topping off a warm and comforting dish like today’s chicken pot pie.
Another tasty time-saver? These frozen mixed vegetables by Kings Own Brand. They’re flash frozen at the time they’re picked and a great alternative when fresh peas, corn and beans aren’t available in the stark month of January. I especially love that they come in a large, resealable bag so I’m not searching my junk drawer for twist ties or rubber bands if I don’t use the whole package.
So between these two frozen time-savers, I had homemade chicken pot pie on the dinner table in under an hour. Seriously.
This chicken pot pie recipe starts simply with sautéing onions and garlic in butter. Then add flour to make a roux, whisk in white wine, milk, chicken stock and simmer. Throw in diced potatoes, mixed vegetables, seasonings and simmer until creamy and thick.
Now I’m the kind of cook kook that often has poached chicken breast in my refrigerator at the ready. But if you’re not a compulsive over-preparer, just grab a roast chicken from the grocery store and shred it up. Toss it into the creamy sauce and then divide it into single-serve ramekins. Top with puff pastry, brush with egg wash and we’re off to the races. These chicken pot pies bake up in about twenty minutes and you’ll have dinner on the table long before that sushi would arrive. And even better, it tastes like you were slaving over a hot stove all day. We’ll just keep that our little secret.
- 4 Tbsp unsalted buter
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/4 cup all purpose
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tsp fresh thyme chopped
- Dash of hot sauce
- 2 small yukon gold potatoes peeled and diced small
- 16 oz Kings Brand Mixed Vegetables frozen
- 1 lb poached or roasted chicken shredded
- Salt and pepper
- 2 sheets puff pastry from 17 oz package
- 1 egg beaten with 2 tsp water
- *15 oz oven-safe ramekins round, square or oblong, sprayed with cooking spray
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Heat butter in a large skillet or dutch oven and add the onion.
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Saute for 3 mins over medium heat and add garlic. Saute an additional 4-5 mins, just until golden.
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Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, 2 minutes.
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Whisk in the white wine and stir until absorbed.
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Whisk in milk, then chicken stock.
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Season with salt and pepper and stir in thyme and hot sauce.
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Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Stir in diced potatoes and frozen mixed vegetables.
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Cover and cook over low heat for 15 mins, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in shredded chicken and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
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Divide the chicken and vegetable mixture between the four ramekins.
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Very lightly roll out the puff pastry and cut into rectangles, squares or circles. Cover the ramekins and allow the pastry to slightly overhang.
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Brush the pastry with egg wash and prick the tops with a fork.
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Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake until puffed and golden, about 20 mins.
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Serve in the ramekins.
annie@ciaochowbambina says
Gosh, I have not had pot pie in the longest time and even then it wasn’t homemade. These look divine! I can’t handle that puff pastry topping – my family will love these! Thanks for sharing, my friend!!
Natasha @ Salt and Lavender says
This looks so easy and tasty! Pre-made puff pastry is a lifesaver, isn’t it? Loving the site’s new look!
Cathy says
It has saved me countless times Natasha!
Jennifer J says
Made these last night. Another winner!!!
Cathy says
Awesome Jen! Your crust was spectacular!
Gina from Texas says
If we don’t want to use the white wine can I use chicken broth instead and have the same taste and result?
Cathy says
Hi Gina. You can omit the wine if you prefer, but the dish will miss that touch of acidity. You can add a squeeze of lemon or a tiny dash of white wine vinegar in its place.
Sheryl says
Can you make ahead and freeze? If so, what would baking instructions be for frozen? Thanks
Cathy says
I haven’t frozen these and then baked, but I would cool the filling, assemble, wrap tightly, and freeze. Brush with egg wash right before baking and bake from freezing. Just keep an eye on the cooking time (it will need to be increased) and that your crust doesn’t get too browned. Alternatively you can make the filling and freeze, then defrost before assembling.
Carol Lathrop says
What size ramekin did you use? Four or 8 oz.?
Cathy says
15 oz oven-safe ramekins: round, square or oblong, sprayed with cooking spray
Patricia Craig says
I’m planning on making and serving these chicken pot pies for guests…..how do you plate these and what do you serve with them? I was going to add a salad to serve along side but I wonder if that would have to be on a separate plate. I would appreciate your suggestions.
Cathy Roma says
Because I make them in their own individual baking dishes I simply serve them with a small plate underneath. A big salad is the perfect accompaniment, in a bowl or plate alongside.
Debra says
Ive made many pot pies but this is by far my favorite and very easy to make with leftover roast chicken.!! Thanks so much. The only change I made was to add broccoli .
I will hand this one down to my daughters !
Cathy Roma says
Broccoli is an excellent addition, I’ll have to add that next time. I made these last night with loads of mushrooms, another tweak for a mushroom lover!
Sandy says
Can I make this in a larger pan? Such as a 9×13?
Cathy Roma says
Sure can. Just lay the sheets of puff over the pan and increase your cooking time a bit. Enjoy!
Arcy says
Could I also add a bottom crust? What would I need to do? Appreciate your time I’m so excited to make it for my family.
Cathy Roma says
I don’t recommend a bottom crust for this because puff pastry is being used. You could try pre-baking a bottom crust, and then filling and baking, but not sure it would give you the crust you’re looking for. Hope that helps!
Tracey Bolkart says
Can I assemble these ahead of time, store in the refrigerator and cook off when ready to eat later in the day? Any suggestions?
Cathy Roma says
Absolutely. Add a few minutes to the baking time if they’re coming right out of the refrigerator.
Ruth says
I made these and they were great. I have one left over and was wondering if it’s alright to freeze if it’s already been cooked? If so, would I reheat it.
Christy says
Can you use white cooking wine??
Cathy Roma says
Sure!
DeeDee Nunn says
Me and my husband loved this! So good