Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 pound)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
- 2 celery stalks, chopped (1 cup)
- 2 carrots, chopped (1 cup)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
- 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can peas, drained
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg yolk, beaten
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sear chicken until browned on all sides. Transfer chicken to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Add onion, celery, carrots, and garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir to combine.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in tomatoes, corn, and peas. Pour sauce over chicken in the baking dish.
- Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to a 12x12 inch rectangle. Trim edges if necessary.
- Place puff pastry over the filling and tuck in the edges around the dish. Brush with egg yolk.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 20g (saturated fat 6g)
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sodium: 850mg
- Carbohydrates: 45g (fiber 5g, sugar 15g)
- Protein: 30g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and savory filling
- Flaky and golden puff pastry crust
- Bold Cajun flavors
- Comforting and satisfying meal
User Comments:
- "This pot pie was amazing! The Cajun seasoning added so much flavor to the chicken and vegetables. And the puff pastry crust was perfectly flaky." - Sarah
- "I made this for a family dinner and everyone loved it. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken breasts." - Rebecca
- "The flavors in this dish are incredible. The Cajun seasoning really shines through. I will definitely be making this again." - Mark
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have Cajun seasoning, you can make your own by combining 1 teaspoon each of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper.
- To make ahead of time, prepare the pot pie up to the point of baking. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. When ready to bake, bring the filling to room temperature and then bake as directed.
- For a richer flavor, use a mixture of chicken broth and heavy cream instead of just chicken broth.
