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### **Homemade Chicken Pot Pie: A Comfort Food Classic**
Packed with tender chicken, vegetables, and a rich, savory gravy, this dish is a perfect balance of textures and flavors. And the best part? It’s surprisingly easy to make from scratch. This recipe will guide you step by step to create a dish that’s better than anything you could buy at the store, using simple ingredients you likely already have on hand.
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– **Comforting & Hearty**: The creamy filling and buttery crust provide a satisfying and comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
– **Versatile**: You can use leftovers or rotisserie chicken to make this dish faster. Plus, feel free to swap out vegetables to suit your tastes.
– **Make-Ahead Friendly**: Chicken pot pie can be prepared in advance and frozen, making it a great dish to prepare for busy days.
– **Customizable**: Whether you prefer a traditional filling or like to add your own twist with different seasonings, the recipe is versatile enough to accommodate your preferences.
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#### **For the Filling**:
– **2 cups cooked chicken** (shredded or cubed, rotisserie chicken works great)
– **2 tablespoons butter**
– **1 medium onion**, diced
– **2 cloves garlic**, minced
– **1 cup carrots**, diced
– **1 cup peas** (frozen or fresh)
– **1 cup potatoes**, peeled and diced (optional, but adds extra heartiness)
– **1/2 cup celery**, diced
– **1/4 cup flour**
– **2 cups chicken broth**
– **1 cup milk** (whole milk works best for creaminess)
– **1 teaspoon dried thyme**
– **Salt and pepper**, to taste
– **1 tablespoon fresh parsley** (optional, for garnish)