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Effortless Crockpot Chicken Pot Pie with Golden Puff Pastry

A comforting and easy-to-make chicken pot pie filling cooked in a slow cooker, topped with crispy, golden puff pastry for a delicious weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 35 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing spoon
  • Bowls
  • Pastry brush

Ingredients
  

For the Savory Crockpot Filling

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 ounce
  • 1 bag frozen mixed vegetables 10 ounce, peas, carrots, corn, green beans
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup milk or heavy cream Optional

For the Irresistible Puff Pastry Topping

  • 1 sheet frozen puff pastry thawed
  • 1 egg whisked (for egg wash)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds or fresh chopped herbs Optional, for garnish

Instructions
 

Prep & Combine

  • Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces and combine with chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, frozen mixed vegetables, diced onion, celery, minced garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and optional milk or cream in the slow cooker. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

Slow Cook to Perfection

  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.

The Puff Pastry Crown

  • Near the end of cooking, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lay out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface. Cut into desired shapes, place on a baking sheet, and brush with whisked egg wash, sprinkling with optional sesame seeds or herbs.

Golden Finish

  • Bake the puff pastry in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until it's golden brown and fully puffed.

Serve & Savor

  • Ladle the hot chicken pot pie filling into bowls and top each serving with a warm, golden puff pastry piece.

Notes

For an even richer filling, consider using heavy cream instead of milk. You can also customize the vegetables based on preference, ensuring they are suitable for slow cooking.