Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Fill a pot with salted water and bring it to a gentle boil. Carefully add the boneless skinless chicken breasts and poach for 12-15 minutes until fully cooked. Remove and shred it, reserving about 1¾ cups of the cooking liquid.
- In a medium saucepan, melt ⅓ cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the finely diced onion and diced celery, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until soft. Gradually stir in ⅓ cup of all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until light golden, forming your roux.
- Add ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon of celery seed, ¼ teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of chicken bouillon paste to the roux. Stir well and let it cook for an additional minute.
- Slowly whisk in the reserved cooking liquid and 1 cup of whole milk to the roux. Stir for 3-4 minutes until thickened, then fold in the shredded chicken and frozen mixed vegetables.
- Allow the filling to cool for 15-20 minutes. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- Roll out your pie dough and place one crust in the bottom of the pan. Spoon the cooled chicken mixture evenly into the crust.
- Roll out the second pie dough for the top crust. Seal the edges and cut a few slits for steam vents.
- Brush the crust with an egg wash made from 1 egg and 1 tablespoon of milk. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 40-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Let the pot pie rest for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Allow the chicken filling to cool completely before assembling the pie to prevent a soggy crust.
