4cupscooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie or homemade)
6tbspunsalted butter
1mediumyellow onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
2mediumcarrots, thinly sliced (about 1 cup)
8 oz white or brown mushrooms, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
⅓cupall-purpose flour
2cups chicken stock
½cupheavy cream
2tspfine sea salt (adjust to taste)
¼tspblack pepper (plus extra for garnish)
1cupfrozen peas (do not thaw)
¼cupfresh parsley, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Kosher salt (for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Filling:
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the onions and carrots, sauté for about 8 minutes until softened.
Stir in the mushrooms and garlic, cooking for another 5 minutes.
Sprinkle in the flour and stir continuously for 2 minutes to form a roux.
Pour in the chicken stock and heavy cream, stirring until the mixture thickens to a gravy-like consistency.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Stir in the shredded chicken, frozen peas, and parsley. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Assemble the Pie:
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Roll out one pie crust into a 12-inch circle and fit it into a deep 9-inch pie dish.
Spoon the chicken mixture evenly over the bottom crust.
Roll out the second pie crust to about 10 inches in diameter and place it over the filling.
Fold and crimp the edges to seal.
Cut 5 small slits in the top crust for steam to escape.
Brush the top with the beaten egg and sprinkle lightly with kosher salt and black pepper.
Bake the Pie:
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
If the edges brown too quickly, cover them with a pie shield or foil.
Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Meat Substitutions: Use leftover turkey or ham instead of chicken. Vegetable Variations: Try adding celery, corn, green beans, broccoli, or diced potatoes. Herb Options: Enhance the flavor with thyme, oregano, or chives. Crust Alternatives: Store-bought pie crust or puff pastry can be used for convenience.