Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (8 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/4 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 sheet refrigerated puff pastry (9 ounces), thawed
Preparation Time:
- 15 minutes
Cooking Time:
- 45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
- 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides.
- Transfer chicken breasts to a plate and set aside.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until thickened.
- Stir in thyme, rosemary, peas, and Parmesan cheese.
- Return chicken breasts to the skillet and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Transfer filling to a 9-inch baking dish.
- Roll out puff pastry and cut into 8 squares.
- Place squares over filling and seal edges by pressing down with a fork.
- Brush puff pastry with egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water).
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until puff pastry is golden brown.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per serving
- Fat: 15 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory
- Comforting
- Hearty
- Creamy
- Buttery
User Comments:
- "This was absolutely delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the filling was creamy and flavorful."
- "I love the combination of chicken and vegetables in this dish. It's a perfect meal for a cold night."
- "The puff pastry topping was the perfect touch. It added a crispy and flaky texture to the pie."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to cook the chicken breasts thoroughly before adding to the filling.
- If you don't have puff pastry, you can use a store-bought pie crust or mashed potatoes to top the filling.
- Serve the pot pies warm with a side of your favorite salad or vegetables.
