Description
This Chicken Pot Pie Casserole wraps you in pure comfort with a creamy, savory filling, tender vegetables, and a buttery crust. It’s a cozy all-season favorite that’s easy to make, endlessly customizable, and perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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For the Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced; rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup diced carrots (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup diced potatoes (peeled and boiled)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk (or half-and-half for richer flavor)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
For the Topping
- 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust OR 1 package of biscuit dough
- 1 egg (for egg wash, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant (about 2–3 minutes). Sprinkle in the flour and whisk constantly to form a roux. Cook for about 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste. Gradually pour in the chicken broth and milk, whisking continuously until smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer. Add salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley. Stir in the cooked chicken, carrots, peas, and potatoes. Allow the mixture to simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Assemble the Casserole: Pour the creamy chicken filling into a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish. Top with your choice of pie crust or biscuit dough. If using pie crust, roll it out and place over the filling, trimming edges and cutting slits to vent. If using biscuits, arrange them evenly over the filling. Brush with beaten egg for a glossy finish.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling. Allow to cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the filling a day in advance and assemble just before baking.
- Freezing Tip: Assemble the casserole, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 2 months.
- Extra Flavor: Add a splash of white wine to the filling for a deeper flavor, just like a classic Italian-American twist.
- Vegetable Variations: Swap in corn, green beans, or mushrooms depending on what you have on hand.
- Cheesy Version: Stir 1 cup of shredded cheddar into the filling before baking for a cheesy casserole.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (about 1/6 of casserole)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg