Chicken Pot Pie With Puff Pastry And Cream Cheese
Chicken pot pie is a classic comfort food that everyone loves. It's a warm and hearty dish that's perfect for a cozy night in. This recipe takes the traditional chicken pot pie and gives it a delicious twist by adding puff pastry and cream cheese. The result is a dish that's creamy, flaky, and oh-so-delicious.
Ingredients:
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/2 cup chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 egg, beaten
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. In a large skillet, sauté the chicken, onion, celery, and carrots until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
3. Add the frozen peas, cream cheese, chicken broth, heavy cream, garlic powder, and thyme to the skillet. Stir until everything is well combined and the cream cheese is melted.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Roll out one sheet of puff pastry and place it in the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Trim the edges if necessary.
6. Pour the chicken mixture into the pie dish.
7. Roll out the second sheet of puff pastry and place it on top of the chicken mixture. Trim the edges if necessary and crimp the edges of the pastry together to seal the pie.
8. Brush the beaten egg over the top of the pie.
9. Cut a few slits in the top of the pastry to allow steam to escape.
10. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
Conclusion:
This chicken pot pie with puff pastry and cream cheese is a delicious twist on a classic dish. The creamy filling and flaky pastry are the perfect combination. It's a great dish to make for a cozy night in or to serve at a dinner party. Give this recipe a try and you won't be disappointed!