Classic Chicken Pot Pie on a plate

Chicken · Medium

Classic Chicken Pot Pie

This classic chicken pot pie has a flaky crust and a creamy, vegetable-studded chicken filling, a comforting dinner ready in about 55 minutes.

20Prep min
35Cook min
55Total min
  • 2.5 cupscooked diced chicken breast
  • 1/3 cupbutter
  • 1 cupdiced onion and celery
  • 1/3 cupflour
  • 2 cupschicken broth
  • 1/2 cupmilk
  • 1.5 cupsfrozen peas and carrots
  • 2refrigerated pie crusts
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  1. 1Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
  2. 2Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onion and celery for 4-5 minutes until softened.
  3. 3Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  4. 4Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk, then simmer, stirring, until thickened.
  5. 5Stir in the chicken, peas, and carrots, then season with salt and pepper.
  6. 6Line a pie dish with one crust, pour in the filling, and top with the second crust, sealing and crimping the edges and cutting a few vents.
  7. 7Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Make it yours

  • Use rotisserie chicken for a shortcut.
  • Make individual pot pies in ramekins.
  • Add sliced mushrooms to the filling.

Good with

  • A simple green salad
  • Steamed green beans
  • Cranberry sauce for a holiday twist

Good questions, answered.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, assemble the pie, cover, and refrigerate up to a day ahead, then bake when ready, adding a few extra minutes if going in cold.

Can I freeze chicken pot pie?

Yes, assemble but don't bake, then wrap tightly and freeze; bake from frozen at 375°F for about 60-70 minutes, covering the edges with foil if browning too quickly.