Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt ¼ cup of butter over medium heat. Once the butter is bubbling, add the chopped onion, poultry seasonings, and fresh thyme. Sauté until the onion is translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the chopped carrots, celery, and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir well and sauté for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, until the carrots are tender and vibrant in color.
- Sprinkle ½ cup of all-purpose flour into the skillet, stirring continuously until the flour is lightly golden, about 2 minutes. Gradually pour in 2 ¾ cups of low-sodium chicken stock while whisking to prevent any lumps.
- Continue cooking until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce, around 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in 4 cups of shredded cooked chicken, ½ cup of heavy cream, and 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley into the thickened sauce. Mix until everything is evenly combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and add 1 cup of frozen peas directly into the mixture, stirring gently. Allow the filling to cool completely in the skillet, which will take around 10-15 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 360ºF (180ºC). Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut it into circles slightly larger than your pie bowls.
- Distribute the cooled filling among the bowls, brush the edges with a beaten egg, and gently place the pastry circles on top, sealing the edges and cutting small slits for steam to escape.
- Carefully place the assembled mini chicken pot pies in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and puffed.
Nutrition
Notes
Allow the filling to cool completely before sealing it with pastry; this prevents sogginess and ensures a flaky crust.
