Classic Chicken Pot Pie Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
• 1 cup carrots, sliced
• 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1 cup potatoes, diced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/3 cup butter
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
• 2/3 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 ready-made pie crusts (one for the bottom and one for the top)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Cook Vegetables: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the diced potatoes and sliced carrots. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside.
3. Sauté Onion: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Make the Sauce: Stir in the flour to form a paste, cooking for another minute. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Add Seasonings: Stir in the salt, black pepper, thyme, garlic powder, and cooked chicken, along with the cooked vegetables (carrots, peas, and potatoes). Mix well to combine.
6. Assemble the Pie: Place one pie crust in a pie dish. Pour the chicken and vegetable mixture into the crust. Cover with the second pie crust, sealing the edges by crimping with your fingers or a fork. Cut slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. If the edges brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil.
8. Cool and Serve: Allow the pot pie to cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy your classic chicken pot pie!