Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
- 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons 2% milk
For the Filling:
- 2 small russet potatoes
- 4 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 5 medium carrots, cut into large chunks
- 1 to 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup 2% milk
- 3 stalks celery, sliced
- 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, skin removed
- 1/2 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Directions
Prepare the crust: Pulse the flour, baking powder and salt in a food processor until combined. Add the butter, one piece at a time, pulsing until the mixture looks like coarse meal. Separate the egg; refrigerate the egg white. Beat the egg yolk and milk in a bowl, then add to the food processor, pulsing until the dough comes together. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and gather into a ball. Flatten into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap and chill at least 1 hour.
Meanwhile, make the filling: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prick the potatoes with a fork and bake directly on the oven rack until tender, about 45 minutes. Cool slightly, then peel and break into small pieces.
Bring the chicken broth, carrots and thyme to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat and cook 2 minutes; cover and keep warm. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 8 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour and stir until lightly toasted, about 3 minutes. Add the milk, celery, potato pieces and the warm broth mixture and simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the chicken, yogurt, peas and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer the filling to a 2-quart casserole dish. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface until about 1/2 inch thick and slightly larger than the dish. Beat the reserved egg white in a bowl; brush over the dough and season with salt and pepper. Press the dough against the sides of the dish. Place on a baking sheet and bake until the crust is golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.
Per serving (1 cups): Calories 482; Fat 19 g (Saturated 8 g); Cholesterol 137 mg; Sodium 795 mg; Carbohydrate 47 g; Fiber 5 g; Protein 31 g
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By emilyd10
on March 25, 2012
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This recipe tastes so GOOD. I'll admit, the prep it took for this pot pie was a little much. But so worth it!! The filling is awesome, although I wouldn't use as much thyme because it tastes a little overpowering. I grated my carrots just because I think it's easier and less time consuming. I also used Puff Pastry to save me some time in the long run for the crust. Oh! & I used the 3.5 cups of broth instead of four like the other reviewers said to do. Overall, my family LOVED it and there were even left overs for the next day at work or for a school lunch. Make this and you won't regret it, promise!
By PBPNYC
on March 23, 2012
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This is a winner. I agree w/ others who suggested cutting the broth to 3.5 cups, & doubling the dough recipe (it's easier to have extra dough overhanging the sides & to trim it than to have to roll out your limited amount of dough to the perfect size and shape of your casserole dish. I would also suggest chopping an extra tablespoon's worth (to taste of fresh thyme & adding it along with the parsley. Also agree w/ others that this is a versatile recipe to use up any veggies in the bin; just don't skip the russet potatoes or substitute a more waxy potato (like red creamers or yukon golds the russets break down to thicken the sauce. Had to add quite a bit of salt and fresh pepper to season, but I used low fat & low sodium broth. Finally, I think next time I'd substitue phyllo dough or frozen puff pastry, just to save time (& kitchen mess. You could also prepare these as individual portions in freezer & oven-safe bowls or ramekins.
By bobleshusted
Loveland, CO
on February 28, 2012
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My family loved this!! I actually didn't have time to make the crust, so I used TWO pie crusts that I had in the freezer, and it worked beautifully! Can't wait to try more!
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