
Chicken pot pie
Description
Pot pie is a famous American pie, which literally translates as "pot pie." The essence of this pie is that it contains far more filling than pastry. Often, the pie is prepared in clay pots, with the filling placed at the bottom and covered with pastry on top. But I prefer my version, as it's easier to slice and serve, and the pastry itself is especially delicious. Give it a try.
Instructions
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Step 1

Prepare all the necessary ingredients. I previously prepared the vegetable mix, finely chopped onion, leek, celery, and carrots. Boil the chicken breast in slightly salted water until cooked. Then remove the chicken breast, let it cool, and reserve the broth for the sauce.
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Step 2

First, prepare the shortcrust pastry. The recipe is classic: grate 150 g of butter and mix with 2 cups of flour, rub thoroughly into crumbs. Then add salt to taste, 1 egg yolk, and 2 tablespoons of cold water. Knead well until smooth, then shape into a ball. Place the prepared dough in a bag and refrigerate for 30–40 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the filling.
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Step 3

Melt a piece of butter in a frying pan.
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Step 4

Transfer the vegetable mixture to a skillet and simmer for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are well heated through and begin to soften.
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Step 5

Add flour to the vegetables and mix well. Now pour in the milk and 200 ml of the broth left from the chicken, add salt, spices to taste, and simmer until the sauce begins to thicken.
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Step 6

Now add the finely chopped chicken breast and mix.
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Step 7

Remove the dough from the refrigerator and divide it in half. Roll out one part thinly and place it into a round pan, forming high edges.
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Step 8

Place the prepared filling.
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Step 9

Roll out the second half of the dough and place it over the filling. Make several small holes using small cookie cutters to allow steam to escape. Bake the pie in the oven (at 200 degrees) for 30 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown.
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Step 10

The pot pie with chicken is ready. Serve it hot and enjoy your meal!