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Easy Crockpot Pot Pie Chicken for Cozy Family Dinners

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds 900g boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • The base of the dish. Thighs add extra richness.
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • Adds sweetness and color.
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • Classic pot pie ingredient and quick to use.
  • 1 cup diced potatoes
  • Creates hearty texture. Yukon Gold works beautifully.
  • 1 small onion diced
  • Builds savory depth.
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • Adds warmth and aroma.
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • Forms the flavorful base.
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Creates a silky creamy sauce. Half-and-half can substitute.
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Thickens the sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Adds classic pot pie flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Enhances flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Balances the creaminess.
  • Optional topping:
  • Baked biscuits or puff pastry squares for serving.

Method
 

  1. Layer the base.
  2. Place chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add carrots, potatoes, peas, onion, and garlic.
  3. Add liquids and seasoning.
  4. Pour in chicken broth. Sprinkle thyme, salt, and pepper evenly.
  5. Cook.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until chicken is tender.
  7. Shred the chicken.
  8. Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the crockpot.
  9. Do not overcook, or chicken may become dry.
  10. Thicken the sauce.
  11. Whisk flour with cream until smooth. Stir into slow cooker. Cook on HIGH for 20–30 minutes until thickened.
  12. Taste and adjust.
  13. Add extra salt or pepper if needed.
  14. Taste before serving for perfect seasoning.
  15. Serve warm.
  16. Spoon into bowls and top with warm biscuits or pastry.