The Best Chicken Pot Pie Recipe – Freezable

Chicken pot pie is a comforting and delicious meal that is perfect for chilly evenings. This recipe for chicken pot pie makes four 8×8 dishes, and it’s also freezable, so you can make a big batch and have it ready for a quick and easy dinner on busy nights.

What you need to make it:

For the pie crust:

4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/2-1 cup ice water

For the filling:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
3 tbsp unsalted butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried rosemary
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup frozen peas

How to make it: (Printable recipe below)

Preheat the oven to 375°F.
To make the pie crust, combine the flour and salt in a large bowl. Add the butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse sand.
Gradually add the ice water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the dough comes together in a ball. Divide the dough into four equal portions.
Roll out each portion of dough on a lightly floured surface to fit an 8×8 dish. Place the dough in the dish, trimming the edges to fit. Set aside.
To make the filling, heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the skillet and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 8-10 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
Add the thyme, rosemary, salt, pepper, and peas to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Return the chicken to the skillet and stir to combine.
Spoon the filling evenly into each of the prepared pie crusts.
Cover each dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes.
Remove the aluminum foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Allow the chicken pot pies to cool completely before freezing.

To freeze:

Wrap each chicken pot pie tightly in plastic wrap.
Wrap each pie again in aluminum foil.
Label each pie with the date and the contents.
Freeze for up to 3 months.

To reheat:

Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Remove the aluminum foil and plastic wrap from the frozen chicken pot pie.
Place the chicken pot pie on a baking sheet and cover loosely with aluminum foil.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is heated through and the crust is golden brown.
Remove the aluminum foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is crispy.
Let the chicken pot pie cool for a few minutes before serving.

Why does this recipe freeze well?

This chicken pot pie recipe is great for freezing because it has a thick and creamy filling that holds up well in the freezer.

The filling is made with a roux, which is a mixture of butter and flour that helps to thicken the sauce. This roux, along with the chicken broth and milk, creates a rich and flavorful sauce that stays creamy even after freezing and reheating.

The crust of this chicken pot pie recipe is also sturdy enough to withstand freezing and reheating. The crust is made with a generous amount of butter, which helps to keep it flaky and crisp, even after being frozen and reheated.

Why you should make freezable chicken pot pie:

It is delicious. Chicken pot pie is a classic comfort food that is loved by people of all ages. The freezable version is just as delicious as the traditional version, but it is much easier to prepare.

It is convenient. Freezable chicken pot pie is a great option for busy weeknights. You can simply pull a pie out of the freezer and bake it in the oven, and you will have a delicious and nutritious meal in minutes.

It is healthy. Chicken pot pie is a good source of protein and vegetables. The freezable version is also relatively low in calories and fat.

It is versatile. Freezable chicken pot pie can be customized to your liking. You can add different vegetables, herbs, and spices to the filling. You can also use different types of pie crust, such as store-bought crust, homemade crust, or gluten-free crust.

It is a great freezer meal. Freezable chicken pot pie is a great freezer meal because it freezes well and is easy to reheat. You can freeze individual pies or the entire batch of pie filling.

Printable Recipe: