Classic Creamy Chicken Pot Pie with Flaky Butter Crust

Ingredients

• •2 cups all-purpose flour
• •1 teaspoon salt (for crust)
• •1 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• •6-8 tablespoons ice water
• •2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for filling)
• •1 small yellow onion, diced
• •2 medium carrots, diced
• •2 celery stalks, diced
• •1/2 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
• •2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed
• •1/3 cup all-purpose flour (for filling)
• •2 cups chicken broth
• •1 cup whole milk
• •1 teaspoon salt (for filling)
• •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• •1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• •1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt for the crust.

3. 3

   Cut in the chilled and cubed butter with a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. 4

   Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form into two discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

5. 5

   While the crust chills, heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

6. 6

   Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the green peas and shredded chicken.

7. 7

   Sprinkle 1/3 cup of all-purpose flour over the mixture, stir to coat, and cook for 1-2 minutes.

8. 8

   Slowly add in chicken broth and milk while stirring to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.

9. 9

   Season with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

10. 10

    Roll out one disk of chilled dough and use it to line a 9-inch pie dish. Add the cooled chicken filling into the dish.

11. 11

    Roll out the second disk of dough and lay it over the filling. Seal the edges and cut slits on the top crust to allow steam to escape.

12. 12

    Bake the pot pie in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and flaky.

13. 13

    Let the pot pie cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.