Mini chicken pot pies are a delicious and convenient way to enjoy the comforting flavors of a classic chicken pot pie in individual portions. Here’s a simple recipe for mini chicken pot pies:
Ingredients:
For the Filling:
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced or shredded
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
- 1/3 cup butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 2/3 cup milk
For the Pastry:
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade if preferred)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare Chicken and Vegetables:
- Cook and dice or shred the chicken. If using frozen mixed vegetables, thaw them according to the package instructions.
- Make the Filling:
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary until well combined to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook and stir until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
- Add the cooked chicken and mixed vegetables to the sauce, stirring until well combined. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Prepare the Pastry:
- Roll out the pie crusts on a lightly floured surface. Use a round cutter or a glass to cut circles that will fit into your mini pie pans or muffin tins.
- Assemble the Mini Chicken Pot Pies:
- Place the pastry circles into the bottom of each mini pie pan or muffin tin, forming the pie crust base.
- Spoon the chicken and vegetable filling into each crust, leaving some space at the top for the top crust.
- Cover each mini pie with another pastry circle, sealing the edges by pressing them together with a fork.
- Bake:
- Place the mini chicken pot pies in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Serve:
- Allow the mini chicken pot pies to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy these delicious individual servings of comfort food!
These mini chicken pot pies are perfect for parties, potlucks, or a convenient weeknight dinner. Adjust the seasonings and vegetables according to your preferences for a personalized touch.