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Healthy Chicken Pot Pie

This Healthy Chicken Pot Pie is a lightened-up twist on the classic comfort food. With tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a golden, flaky crust, it delivers creamy, hearty flavor for just 380 calories per serving.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 10 oz cremini (baby bella) mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup diced carrots (about 3 medium)
  • 0.5 cup diced celery (about 1 large stalk)
  • 1.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 cups cooked and shredded boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 8 oz)
  • 0.5 cup frozen peas
  • 0.5 cup frozen pearl onions
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 prepared pie crust (whole wheat or dairy-free if needed)
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten with 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or large skillet
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Rolling Pin
  • mixing spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Lightly coat a 9-inch pie dish with baking spray and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown.
  3. Add carrots, celery, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook 3 minutes until mushrooms deepen in color and carrots start to soften.
  4. Sprinkle flour over vegetables and cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Gradually pour in almond milk, stirring constantly and scraping brown bits from the pan. Bring to a low boil and cook 3–5 minutes, until thickened.
  6. Stir in chicken, peas, onions, and thyme. Spoon mixture into prepared pie dish.
  7. Roll pie dough into a circle to fit dish. Brush dish edges with egg wash, then lay dough over filling with ½-inch overhang. Trim and press edges to seal.
  8. Brush crust with remaining egg wash and cut 3 small slits in top for steam vents.
  9. Bake for 25 minutes, until filling is bubbly and crust is golden brown. Let rest a few minutes before serving hot.

Notes

To make it vegetarian, substitute 2 cups of chopped vegetables for the chicken. For gluten-free, use your favorite gluten-free pie crust. The filling can be made ahead and stored for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; reheat gently in the oven or microwave. Best enjoyed the day it’s baked for maximum crust crispness.

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