Easy As Chicken Pot Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (24 ounces)
• 1 onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 2 cups carrots, sliced
• 2 cups celery, sliced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 can (10.75 ounces) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 sheet puff pastry (17.3 ounces)

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 1 hour

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat a large pan over medium heat and brown chicken on all sides. Remove from pan and set aside.
3. Add onion, carrots, and celery to the same pan and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in frozen peas, cream of chicken soup, milk, flour, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until thickened.
5. Return chicken to the pan and stir to combine.
6. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
7. Unfold puff pastry sheet and place over the filling. Trim excess pastry and tuck edges into the dish.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams
• Protein: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and comforting
• Savory and flavorful
• Perfect for a family meal or potluck

User Comments:

• "This pot pie is so easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I used it for a family gathering and everyone loved it." - John S.
• "I'm not a huge fan of chicken pot pie, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful, and the pastry is perfectly flaky." - Sarah G.
• "I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a crowd-pleaser and I highly recommend it." - Dave M.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have puff pastry, you can use pie crust instead.
• You can use any vegetables you like in this pot pie. Just make sure to chop them into small pieces so they cook evenly.
• If you want a thicker filling, you can add an additional 1/4 cup of flour.
• Serve with a side of mashed potatoes or crusty bread.