Cozy Up with Chicken & Mushroom Pot Pie: Your New Comfort Food Obsession

There’s nothing like a warm, flaky-crusted pot pie to turn a regular dinner into a hug on a plate. Imagine tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a velvety cream sauce all tucked under a golden, buttery crust. This dish is a crowd-pleaser—perfect for weeknights, Sunday suppers, or impressing your in-laws (no one needs to know how easy it is). Let’s dive in!

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Grocery List: What You’ll Need

(Serves 4–6)
For the Filling:

2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced; rotisserie chicken works great!)
2 cups cremini mushrooms (sliced; baby bellas add deeper flavor)
1 medium onion (diced)
2 carrots (peeled and diced)
1/2 cup frozen peas
3 garlic cloves (minced)
1/3 cup butter (Kerrygold for extra richness)
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1.5 cups chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
1 cup heavy cream
1 tsp thyme (fresh or dried)
1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional, but adds warmth)
Salt & pepper to taste

For the Crust:

1 sheet store-bought puff pastry (Pepperidge Farm works) OR 1 pie crust
1 egg (for egg wash)

Optional Upgrade:

1/4 cup white wine (for deglazing—adds complexity)

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Prep Work: Let’s Get Organized

Cook the Chicken: Skip the hassle—grab a rotisserie chicken or poach 2 breasts in salted water. Shred it!
Chop Veggies: Dice onions, carrots, and slice mushrooms. Mince garlic.
Thaw Pastry: If frozen, let the puff pastry sit at room temp for 30 mins.

Cooking the Filling: Creamy Magic Happens Here

Sauté Veggies: Melt butter in a large skillet. Cook onions, carrots, and mushrooms over medium heat until soft (8–10 mins). Add garlic in the last 2 minutes.
Make the Roux: Sprinkle flour over veggies, stir for 1–2 mins to cook off the raw taste.
Deglaze (Optional): Pour in white wine, scraping up browned bits. Let it bubble for 1 minute.
Add Liquids: Slowly whisk in broth and cream. Simmer until thickened (3–5 mins).
Season & Combine: Stir in chicken, peas, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Taste! Adjust as needed.

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Assemble & Bake: Crust Perfection

Prep the Dish: Pour filling into a 9-inch pie dish or oven-safe skillet.
Top with Crust: Unroll pastry over the dish. Trim edges, crimp with a fork, and cut 3–4 slits to vent.
Egg Wash: Beat the egg with 1 tbsp water. Brush over the crust for shine.
Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Bake 25–30 mins until crust is golden and filling bubbles.

Pro Tips:

Place a baking sheet under the pie dish to catch drips.
Chill the pastry 10 mins before baking for extra flakiness.

Serving Ideas: Plate It Pretty

Let the pie rest 5–10 mins (to avoid lava-hot filling burns). Pair with:

A crisp green salad with lemon vinaigrette
Garlicky roasted broccoli
Mashed potatoes (because carbs on carbs = happiness)

Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme leaves.

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Next-Level Tweaks

Vegetarian? Swap chicken for extra mushrooms and lentils.
Gluten-Free: Use GF flour and a store-bought GF crust.
Flavor Boosters: Add a splash of soy sauce, lemon zest, or a dollop of Dijon mustard to the filling.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This pot pie is the ultimate comfort food—creamy, hearty, and customizable. Plus, using store-bought crust keeps it stress-free. Fun fact: Pot pies date back to medieval times, where they were called “coffyns” (thankfully, the name evolved).

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