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A hearty stew of tender chicken, thyme-scented leeks, carrots, peas, and fresh parsley topped with a flaky puff pastry crust
Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 380, Carbs: 21 g , Protein: 30 g, Fat: 20 g , Sat. Fat: 4 g , Sodium: 550 mg , Fiber: 4 g
Prep Time: 15 to 20 minutes plus 20 minutes for thawing pastry Cook time: 25 to 30 minutes Yield: 6 servings; 1 pot pie per serving Difficulty level: Easy
Autumn Chicken Pot Pie
Ingredients
Prepare
Autumn Chicken Pot Pie
- 6 tablespoons canola oil
- 1/2 pound washed and chopped leeks (see Chef Tips)
- 1/2 pound peeled and chopped carrots
- 1/2 pound thawed frozen peas
- 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 quart low-sodium chicken stock, hot
- 20 ounces steamed and chopped chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 (2 1/2 inch) Puff Pastry Circles
- 1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the leeks and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until they are soft.
- 2. Add the carrots, peas, and flour and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly.
- 3. Add the broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 4. Add the chicken, mustard, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper, and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes or until the mixture has thickened.
- 5. Divide the filling evenly among six bowls, about 1 1/4 cups per bowl. Top each bowl with a puff pastry circle and enjoy immediately!
Puff Pastry Circles
- 1 (5-inch x 8-inch) puff pastry sheet, thawed
- 2 tablespoons whisked egg whisked with 1 teaspoon water
- 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit or use the temperature recommended by the manufacturer. Thaw the puff pastry at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes.
- 2. Cut each pastry sheet into 6 circles with a 2 1/2 inch round pastry cutter.
- 3. Place the circles on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush each circle evenly with egg wash.
- 4. Bake the pastry circles until they are puffed and golden brown. Note: Follow the baking time and temperature instructions on the package, or bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 18 to 23 minutes. Once the puff pastry circles are golden and puffed, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Chef Tips:
- Wash your leeks well! After chopping, soak them in cold water and gently stir them to loosen any dirt. Then scoop them out, rinse them again, and let them drain for about 10 minutes.
- Short on time? Use frozen peas and carrots to speed things up! This dish also tastes great with roasted or steamed turkey breast.
- No fresh thyme? No problem! Use 2 teaspoons of dried thyme or 1 teaspoon of salt-free poultry seasoning instead.
- Plan ahead: You can make the filling up to 2 days in advance—just cover and refrigerate it. You can also freeze individual portions for up to 6 months. When reheating, make sure it reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Get festive! Use fall-themed pastry cutters like pumpkins, apples, or leaves for your puff pastry topping. Smaller pieces will bake in about half the time.
