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Healthy Chicken Pot Pie: A Delicious Twist on Comfort Food!

Healthy Chicken Pot Pie
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A healthier version of the classic chicken pot pie, packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with flavor.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup peas
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup low-fat milk
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large pot, sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
  3. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in carrots, peas, and celery, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix whole wheat flour and low-fat milk to create a thickening paste.
  7. Stir the paste into the chicken mixture and cook until thickened.
  8. Add thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper to taste.
  9. Transfer the mixture into a pie dish and cover with the pie crust.
  10. Cut slits in the crust to allow steam to escape.
  11. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
  12. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with mushrooms or tofu.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like corn or green beans.
  • Can be made ahead and frozen before baking.

Nutrition

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