Chicken and Fall Vegetable Pot Pie

Health score
49%
Chicken and Fall Vegetable Pot Pie
45 min.
8
579kcal

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with this delightful Chicken and Fall Vegetable Pot Pie. Perfectly suited for lunch or dinner, this hearty main course is a true crowd-pleaser, serving up to eight people and bringing warmth to any table. Imagine tender chicken simmered to perfection, paired with a medley of vibrant fall vegetables like carrots, turnips, and fresh turnip greens—all enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce.

This pot pie is not just a meal; it's a celebration of seasonal ingredients and homemade goodness. The smell of sautéed leeks and shallots with fragrant thyme creates an inviting aroma that will have everyone eagerly anticipating the first bite. With a golden, flaky crust that encases the delicious filling, each slice is a warm hug on a plate.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this indulgent dish is marked by its balance of flavors and textures, making it a perfect choice for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. The culinary experience of rolling out the herb crust and assembling the pie brings a sense of joy to your cooking process, whether you’re an experienced chef or a novice in the kitchen. Gather your loved ones, and create lasting memories over bowls of this exquisite Chicken and Fall Vegetable Pot Pie, where every bite is a reminder of the beauty of fall cooking.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup flour 
  • 0.3 cup butter ()
  • large carrots peeled cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • pounds chicken breast with skin and bones
  • 0.5 cup wine dry white
  • tablespoons thyme sprigs fresh minced
  • medium leek white green sliced ( and pale parts only)
  • cups chicken broth canned
  • servings pie crust dough 
  • large shallots minced
  • ounces turnip greens cut into 1-inch pieces
  • pound turnip peeled cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk
  • pot
  • baking pan
  • slotted spoon
  • tongs
  • colander

Directions

  1. Butter 4-quart oval baking dish.
  2. Place chicken breasts in heavy large pot.
  3. Add just enough broth to cover chicken. Bring broth to boil; reduce heat to low. Cover pot and simmer until chicken is just cooked through, skimming surface occasionally, about 20 minutes. Using tongs, transfer chicken to plate and cool.
  4. Add carrots and turnips to chicken broth in pot. Simmer uncovered until vegetables are just tender, about 10 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer vegetables to prepared baking dish.
  5. Add turnip greens to broth and cook just until wilted, about 1 minute. Using slotted spoon, transfer greens to colander; drain well.
  6. Add to vegetables in baking dish.
  7. Strain broth; reserve 4 cups.
  8. Remove skin and bones from chicken.
  9. Cut meat into 1/2- to 3/4-inch pieces.
  10. Add chicken to vegetables in baking dish.
  11. Melt butter in same pot over medium heat.
  12. Add leeks, shallots and thyme. Sauté until tender, about 8 minutes.
  13. Add flour and stir 2 minutes. Stir in 4 cups broth and white wine. Increase heat to high and bring to boil, stirring constantly.
  14. Add cream and boil until sauce thickens enough to coat spoon, whisking frequently, about 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  15. Pour gravy over mixture in dish. Stir to blend. Cool 45 minutes. (Filling can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  16. Position 1 rack in top third of oven and place baking sheet on bottom rack in oven; preheat to 400deg;F.
  17. Roll out crust dough on parchment paper to 15x10 1/2-inch rectangle. Using paper as aid, turn dough over onto filling. Trim dough overhang; tuck dough edge inside dish.
  18. Roll out dough scraps to 1/4-inch thickness.
  19. Cut out leaf shapes.
  20. Brush bottom of cutouts with water and place on crust; cut slits in crust to allow steam to escape.
  21. Place pot pie on top rack and bake until crust is golden and gravy is bubbling, about 50 minutes.
  22. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories579kcal
Protein38.97%
Fat37.68%
Carbs23.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
45.85
Glycemic Load
8.81
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
40.350000277809%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.06mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.82mg
Kaempferol
4.32mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
0.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:579.36kcal
28.97%
Fat:23.66g
36.41%
Saturated Fat:10.37g
64.8%
Carbohydrates:33g
11%
Net Carbohydrates:28.53g
10.37%
Sugar:6.21g
6.91%
Cholesterol:177.21mg
59.07%
Sodium:511.47mg
22.24%
Alcohol:1.54g
100%
Alcohol %:0.35%
100%
Protein:55.06g
110.12%
Vitamin A:8899.42IU
177.99%
Vitamin B3:27.18mg
135.88%
Selenium:78.14µg
111.63%
Vitamin B6:2.01mg
100.29%
Vitamin K:93.58µg
89.12%
Phosphorus:602.39mg
60.24%
Vitamin C:40.63mg
49.24%
Potassium:1366.3mg
39.04%
Vitamin B5:3.77mg
37.71%
Folate:132.11µg
33.03%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.72%
Vitamin B2:0.45mg
26.47%
Magnesium:99.46mg
24.86%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.6%
Iron:3.7mg
20.57%
Copper:0.37mg
18.28%
Fiber:4.47g
17.89%
Vitamin E:2.15mg
14.34%
Calcium:143.01mg
14.3%
Zinc:2.01mg
13.42%
Vitamin B12:0.61µg
10.12%
Vitamin D:0.46µg
3.1%
Source:Epicurious