Puff Pastry Chicken Pot Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 package (1 sheet) puff pastry, thawed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Add onion, carrots, and celery to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
5. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, milk, and heavy cream until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
6. Stir in peas, corn, and reserved chicken. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Transfer the filling to a 9-inch pie plate or baking dish.
8. Unfold puff pastry sheet and cut out two rounds, one larger than the pie plate.
9. Place the larger round of puff pastry over the filling. Trim the edges and crimp to seal.
10. Brush the top of the pie with egg wash and cut a few slits in the top.
11. Place the smaller round of puff pastry on top and crimp the edges to seal.
12. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

Per Serving:

• Calories: 400
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and comforting
• Flaky puff pastry crust
• Generous filling with peas, corn, and chicken
• Perfect for a family meal or potluck

User Comments:

• "This chicken pot pie is absolutely delicious! The puff pastry crust is so flaky and the filling is rich and flavorful."
• "I love that it's so easy to make. It's a great weeknight meal that the whole family loves."
• "I made this for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the flavors and the presentation."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a sharp knife to cut the puff pastry to prevent tearing.
• If the filling is too thick, add more chicken broth until desired consistency is reached.
• Cover the edges of the puff pastry with aluminum foil during the last 10 minutes of baking to prevent burning.