Make-Ahead Chicken Pot Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (1 pound)
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup frozen puff pastry, thawed

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour

Cooking Difficulty Level:

2/5 (Simple to Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook chicken in a large skillet over medium heat until browned on all sides. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Add carrots, celery, and onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in butter and flour and cook for 1 minute.
5. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until sauce has thickened.
6. Stir in peas, parsley, sage, thyme, salt, and pepper.
7. Add chicken back to the sauce.
8. Pour filling into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
9. Roll out puff pastry and cut into strips or shapes for topping.
10. Place puff pastry over filling and press edges to seal.
11. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

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

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and comforting
• Creamy and flavorful sauce
• Flaky and golden brown crust

User Comments:

• "This pot pie is absolutely delicious! The chicken was juicy and tender, and the sauce was packed with flavor."
• "I love that I can make this ahead of time and just pop it in the oven when I'm ready to eat."
• "The puff pastry crust was the perfect finishing touch."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the chicken is cooked through before adding it to the sauce.
• If you don't have puff pastry, you can use any type of pre-made dough or pastry that you prefer.
• To make this dish vegetarian, omit the chicken and add extra vegetables such as potatoes, green beans, or mushrooms.