Description
A comforting, budget‑friendly chicken pot pie that combines shredded chicken, frozen vegetables, creamy broth and a flaky store‑bought crust. Ready in under an hour, this recipe delivers a golden top, rich filling and nostalgic aromas, perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or make‑ahead meals. Ideal for busy cooks seeking a hearty, homemade feel without extensive prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 refrigerated pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl combine shredded chicken, frozen vegetables, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth; mix well.
- Roll out refrigerated pie crust and place in a pie dish.
- Pour filling into crust, spreading evenly.
- Cover with second crust (if using), seal edges, and cut slits for steam.
- Bake 30‑35 minutes until crust is golden brown.
- Let cool 5‑10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a crispier top
- brush the crust with melted butter before baking. Leftover pie reheats well in a 350°F oven to retain flaky texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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