Winter Dinner: Easy Guide To Make Skillet Chicken Pot Pie
Packed with tender chicken, hearty veggies, and a flaky crust, this easy guide shows you how to whip up a delicious one-pan dinner that’s perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients: 500 gram chicken breasts, 250 gram chopped carrot, 250 gram peas, 2 cup chicken broth, 3 tablespoon all purpose flour, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon chopped onion, 2 cloves garlic, ½ cup full cream milk, 1 puff pastry dough, salt as required, black pepper as required. (Image: Pexels)
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add some oil. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides, then cook them for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked through. (Image: AI-Generated)
Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to a plate. In the same skillet, add onion, garlic, carrots, and peas. Sauté for 3–5 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the onions turn golden. Sprinkle in the flour and stir until fully incorporated. (Image: AI-Generated)
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet with the sautéed vegetables and let it simmer for 8–10 minutes. Turn off the heat, then stir in the milk and season the gravy with salt and black pepper to taste. (Image: AI-Generated)
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and give it a gentle stir. Cover the dish with puff pastry, cutting 1-inch slits on top for steam to escape. Cook on low heat for 20 minutes, until the crust is golden brown. Serve hot and enjoy! (Image: AI-Generated)
Here’s three additional bonus tips. (Image: AI-Generated)
Avoid using pre-grated or shredded cheese, as it can alter the way cheese melts and may thicken the dish. For best results, always opt for fresh cheese to maintain a smooth, creamy texture. (Image: Pexels)
If you must use pre-shredded cheese, store it in a zip-lock bag to keep it fresh longer and prevent clumping or drying, ensuring it melts evenly when added to your skillet pot pie.(Image: AI-Generated)
While puff pastry dough works for the skillet chicken pot pie, biscuit dough is preferred. It keeps the filling intact, adds structure, and delivers a crispier, golden crust that enhances the overall texture and taste. (Image: Pexels)
