Friday, March 14, 2014

Cheddar Chicken Potpie

Cheddar Chicken Potpie 
          
6 Servings  Prep: 30 min. Bake: 40 min.

Ingredients

    CRUST:
    1 cup all-purpose flour
    1/2 teaspoon salt
    5 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
    3 tablespoons cold water
    FILLING:
    1-1/2 cups chicken broth
    2 cups peeled cubed potatoes
    1 cup sliced carrots
    1/2 cup sliced celery
    1/2 cup chopped onion
    1/4 cup all-purpose flour
    1-1/2 cups milk
    2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
    4 cups cubed cooked chicken
    1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
    Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

For crust, in a small bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut butter in flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the water, mixing gently with a fork. Gather into a ball. Cover with plastic wrap and chill at least 30 minutes.

For filling, Place broth in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil. Add vegetables. Reduce heat; simmer 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

In a small bowl, combine flour and milk; stir into broth mixture.  Cook and stir over medium heat until slightly thickened and bubbly. Stir in cheese, chicken, poultry seasoning, salt and pepper. Heat  until cheese melts. Spoon into a 10-in. (2-1/2 to 3-qt.) casserole. Set aside.

On a lightly floured surface, roll crust to fit top of casserole, trimming edges as necessary. Place on casserole over filling; seal edges. Make several slits in center of crust for steam to escape.
   
Bake at 425° for 40 minutes or until golden brown. Yield: 6 servings.

Nutritional Facts: 1 serving (1 piece) equals 603 calories, 31 g fat (18 g saturated fat), 161 mg cholesterol, 902 mg sodium, 38 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 42 g protein.

From Taste of Home