Warm and savory. You know how to turn something good into something GREAT? Brown the butter!
When I first created this recipe last fall, my sister was visiting from California. I believe she said that my house smelled how a comfy pair of pants feels. That made me so happy!
I used a premed pie crust for this recipe to make my life a step easier, but feel free to use homemade.
Browned Butter & Sage Chicken Pot Pie
Warm and savory. You know how to turn something good into something GREAT? Brown the butter!
Ingredients
- 1/2 stick unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped sage
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/3 cup flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 4 diced carrots
- 2-3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 2 cups cuped/diced russet potatoes
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
- More salt and pepper, to taste
- Premade Pie Crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Heat an oven safe cast iron skillet over medium heat. Melt the butter and sauce the onion, sage and thyme until softened and fragrant (5-7 minutes). Add the garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Coat the mixture with flour and continue stirring for 3-4 minutes to make a roux.
- Whisk in the milk and broth. Increase heat and bring to a boil. Reduce to low-medium heat and add the carrots and potatoes. Continue simmering for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are softened.
- Remove from heat. Stir in the chicken, cheese, parsley and salt/pepper if needed. Taste test!
- Cover the top of the skillet with pie crust. As stated above, buy from the store or make your own. Fold the pie crust around the edges (may need to wait for the pan to cool down some) and place a couple of slits on the top or do some cute cutouts. Use a silicone brush to paint the top with an egg wash, if desired.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until crust is lightly browned. Let cool for 10-15 minutes and garnish with fresh herbs. Enjoy!
