Ingredients and Weight:
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (2.5 pounds)
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Salt (1 teaspoon)
- Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
- Garlic powder (1/2 teaspoon)
- Onion (1 medium, chopped)
- Celery (1 cup, chopped)
- Mushrooms (1 cup, sliced)
- Vegetable broth (4 cups)
- Carrots (1 cup, diced)
- Potatoes (2 pounds, peeled and diced)
- Flour (1/4 cup)
- Milk (2 cups)
- Cheddar cheese (2 cups, shredded)
- Pie crusts (2, 9-inch)
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Sear in a large skillet with olive oil until golden brown.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Sauté onion, celery, and mushrooms in the same skillet until softened.
- Add vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Whisk in carrots, potatoes, and peas.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and milk. Gradually add to the vegetable mixture while whisking constantly.
- Pour vegetable mixture over chicken. Top with one pie crust and brush with milk.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving)
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy, flaky, and packed with tender chicken and vegetables.
- The inside-out presentation gives it a unique and elegant touch.
- Perfect for a comforting family meal or special occasion dinner.
User Comments:
- "This was the best chicken pot pie I've ever had! The filling was so flavorful and the crust was perfectly crispy."
- "I love that it's inside-out. It makes it so much easier to scoop up all the delicious filling."
- "This dish was a real crowd-pleaser. Everyone loved it and asked for seconds."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure chicken is cooked thoroughly before serving.
- Use a deep baking dish to prevent overflow during baking.
- Let the pot pie rest before inverting to prevent the filling from spilling out.
