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Chicken and Mushroom Pot Pie

Chicken and Mushroom Pot Pie

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If you’re in search of a heartwarming dish that exudes comfort, look no further than this Chicken and Mushroom Pot Pie. This delightful recipe features tender chicken and earthy mushrooms enveloped in a creamy sauce, all topped with a perfectly flaky biscuit crust. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this pot pie not only fills your belly but also brings loved ones together around the dinner table. Quick to prepare and highly adaptable, it’s the perfect solution for those craving a homemade meal without spending all day in the kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 3 bone-in skin-on chicken breasts (or 3 cups diced cooked chicken)
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 lb cremini mushrooms, quartered
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 tbsp apple juice (optional)
  • ⅓ cup flour
  • 2½ cups chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 cups flour (for the biscuit topping)
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 stick cold butter
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh sage (or 2 tsp dried sage leaves)
  • ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ⅔ cup buttermilk (plus extra)
  • Kosher salt
  • Pepper
  • 3 tbsp butter (divided)
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roast chicken seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper for about 40-45 minutes until fully cooked. Let cool before dicing.
  2. In an oven-safe skillet over medium heat, sauté onions in olive oil and butter until softened. Add mushrooms and cook until tender.
  3. Stir in garlic and thyme; add apple juice to deglaze the pan.
  4. Create a roux by adding flour to the skillet mixture; gradually stir in chicken broth and cream until thickened.
  5. Fold in diced chicken and parsley before preparing the biscuit topping.
  6. Bake according to biscuit topping instructions until golden brown.

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