Description
Skillet Chicken Pot Pie is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This delectable dish features tender chicken simmered in a creamy sauce with fresh vegetables, all enveloped in a flaky puff pastry crust. Ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe will be a crowd-pleaser. With its rich flavors and inviting aroma, each bite feels like a warm embrace, making it a delightful addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Add seasoned chicken to the skillet; cook until golden brown and no longer pink (6–8 minutes).
- Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, thyme, carrots, and peas; let simmer until bubbly (5 minutes).
- Roll out puff pastry over the filling in the skillet; poke holes for steam to escape.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (180g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Customize by substituting turkey or adding leafy greens like spinach. For an extra flavor boost, try incorporating your favorite herbs such as rosemary. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
