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Serving of cast iron skillet chicken pot pie with flaky pastry and creamy filling on plate

Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Pot Pie

A one-pan chicken pot pie with tender chicken, vegetables, and a stunning puff pastry rosette crust baked right in your cast iron skillet.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

  • 2 whole chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 2 whole chicken thighs boneless and skinless
  • Kosher salt and ground black pepper for seasoning chicken
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 medium carrots peeled and chopped
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 8 ounces baby cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme chopped
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt and ground black pepper for vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup frozen green peas
  • 2 sheets Pepperidge Farm Puff Pastry 17.3 ounces, thawed and cut into ½ inch strips
  • 1 whole egg whisked for brushing

Equipment

  • Large 12-inch cast iron skillet
  • cutting board
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Season chicken breasts and thighs with kosher salt and ground black pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Remove to a cutting board, slice into strips, and set aside.
  3. Add butter, chopped carrots, onions, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Sauté until vegetables are tender, about 6-7 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and add garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and flour. Stir to combine and cook for about 30 seconds.
  5. While stirring, slowly add chicken stock to combine. Add cream and simmer until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat. Stir in frozen peas and reserved sliced chicken. Set skillet aside to cool slightly while you work on the puff pastry.
  7. Lay out each sheet of puff pastry on a cutting board and cut into ½-inch strips. Twist each strip and arrange in a circular pattern from the outside of the skillet to the inside, overlapping pieces so they bake together. Continue to the center until surface is covered.
  8. Use a pastry brush to lightly brush whisked egg over the top of the puff pastry.
  9. Bake in the oven for 35-40 minutes until the puff pastry is golden brown. Remove and allow to sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Can substitute rotisserie chicken (3-4 cups shredded) for quicker prep. Wine pairing: buttery Napa Valley Chardonnay or French Pinot Noir. Combination of chicken breasts and thighs provides the best flavor and texture.
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