Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Mini Chicken Pot Pies, perfect for cozy dinners or as delightful appetizers. These charming mini pies are filled with a creamy blend of tender chicken and seasonal vegetables, all encased in a flaky, golden crust. Baked in a muffin tin for easy portion control, they are not only delicious but also visually appealing. Serve them warm to impress family and friends at your next gathering or enjoy them as a satisfying weeknight meal. With a prep time of just 25 minutes, these mini pot pies are quick to prepare and sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 packages refrigerated pie crusts
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 1/2 cup frozen green peas
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add onion and carrots, cooking until softened (5–7 minutes). Stir in peas and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour, thyme, and pepper over vegetables; cook while stirring for about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk; bring to simmer until thickened (3–5 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in cooked chicken.
- Roll out pie crusts on floured surface; cut out circles for the bottom and top of each pie.
- Place bottom crusts in muffin cups; fill with chicken mixture and cover with top crusts.
- Seal edges, cut slits for steam, and brush tops with beaten egg.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown; cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pot pie (80g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg