{"id":"02d0e753-d39c-4a61-84dc-b0b1ce8c223f","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/02d0e753-d39c-4a61-84dc-b0b1ce8c223f","source_url":"https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/cheddar-broccoli-chicken-pot-pie/","title":"Cheddar Broccoli Chicken Pot Pie","description":"Incredible cheddar broccoli chicken pot pie with an easy, homemade crust that will literally blow ya mind! This delicious broccoli cheese chicken pot pie recipe has a lightened up cheese sauce and is packed with protein & veggies for a comforting dinner the whole family will love.","servings":6,"servings_text":"6","prep_time":"PT45M","cook_time":"PT45M","total_time":"PT90M","image_url":"https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Cheddar-Broccoli-Chicken-Pot-Pie-5.jpg","archive":{"provider":"wayback","snapshot_url":"https://web.archive.org/web/20260421011757id_/https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/cheddar-broccoli-chicken-pot-pie/","original_url":"https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/cheddar-broccoli-chicken-pot-pie/","captured_at":"2026-04-21T01:17:57.000Z"},"ingredients":[{"text":"1 cup all purpose flour","item":"all purpose flour","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","group":"For the crust"},{"text":"¼ teaspoon salt","item":"salt","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp","group":"For the crust"},{"text":"⅓ cup COLD salted butter (or regular unsalted butter will work just fine)","item":"COLD salted butter","quantity":0.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup","preparation":"or regular unsalted butter will work just fine","group":"For the crust"},{"text":"1  egg yolk (not the full egg, just the yolk)","item":"egg yolk","quantity":1,"preparation":"not the full egg, just the yolk","group":"For the crust"},{"text":"1-3 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk","item":"unsweetened almond milk","quantity":1,"quantity_max":3,"unit":"tbsp","group":"For the crust"},{"text":"Extra flour for dusting","item":"Extra flour for dusting","group":"For the crust"},{"text":"2 tablespoons butter","item":"butter","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp","group":"For the cheese filling"},{"text":"¼ cup all purpose flour (or sub whole wheat or GF all purpose flour)","item":"all purpose flour","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup","preparation":"or sub whole wheat or GF all purpose flour","group":"For the cheese filling"},{"text":"¼ teaspoon onion powder","item":"onion powder","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp","group":"For the cheese filling"},{"text":"¼ teaspoon garlic powder","item":"garlic powder","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp","group":"For the cheese filling"},{"text":"1 ¾ cups unsweetened cashew milk, almond milk or regular milk","item":"unsweetened cashew milk, almond milk or regular milk","quantity":1.75,"unit":"cup","group":"For the cheese filling"},{"text":"8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (about 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese)","item":"sharp cheddar cheese","quantity":8,"unit":"oz","preparation":"about 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese","group":"For the cheese filling"},{"text":"¼ teaspoon salt","item":"salt","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp","group":"For the cheese filling"},{"text":"Freshly ground black pepper","item":"Freshly ground black pepper","group":"For the cheese filling"},{"text":"½ tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil","item":"olive oil or avocado oil","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tbsp","group":"For the cheese filling"},{"text":"1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes","item":"boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into cubes","quantity":1,"unit":"lb","group":"For the cheese filling"},{"text":"4 cups small broccoli florets","item":"small broccoli florets","quantity":4,"unit":"cup","group":"For the cheese filling"},{"text":"2  medium carrots, sliced","item":"medium carrots","quantity":2,"preparation":"sliced","group":"For the cheese filling"},{"text":"1  egg, for egg wash","item":"egg, for egg wash","quantity":1,"group":"Extras"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Make the dough in the food processor: add the flour and salt to the bowl of the food processor with the regular blade attached, then add the diced cold butter. Pulse just a few times to lightly mix the ingredients until there are pea-sized balls. Add the egg yolk and 1-3 tablespoons milk and process again until the dough is crumbly and somewhat wet. Do not let it turn into a big dough ball or you will have overmixed the dough. Pour into a well-floured surface and gather into a disk, wrap in plastic and place in the fridge for at least 1 hour until you are ready to roll out. Dough can also be made ahead of time and placed in the fridge or 1 week or frozen for up to 3 months."},{"number":2,"text":"Cook the chicken: add oil to a large pot and place over medium high heat. Once oil is hot add in chicken, season with salt and pepper and cook until chicken is no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes, then transfer to a bowl or large plate and set aside."},{"number":3,"text":"Make your cheese sauce: in the same large pot, add butter and place over medium heat. Once butter is melted, whisk in a little bit of the flour and then slowly add in milk, a little bit at a time, alternating with the flour and vigorously whisking away any lumps. Bring mixture to a slight boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for a few minutes stirring every so often, until the sauce thickens up a bit. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt and LOTS of freshly ground black pepper."},{"number":4,"text":"Add the chicken & veggies: Next, add in 8 ounces (or about 2 cups) of shredded sharp cheddar cheese to the sauce and stir until completely melted. Add in the broccoli, carrot and cooked chicken cubes; stir well to completely coat the veggies and chicken with the cheese sauce. Set aside."},{"number":5,"text":"Prep the pan: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a 10 inch deep skillet or a large deep dish pie pan with nonstick cooking spray. Add the cheddar broccoli chicken pot pie mixture and smooth the top."},{"number":6,"text":"Add the crust: Roll out the pie dough out on a very well floured surface so that it's large enough to cover the pie pan. Place on top of mixture, pressing the edges and sealing. Cut a few slits on top of the crust, or poke holes with a fork to let steam escape. Whisk 1 egg together and brush the top of the crust with some of the egg wash, this will help to make the crust golden brown."},{"number":7,"text":"Bake for 45-55 minutes or until the crust is golden and filling is bubbly. Top crust with a little sea salt. Enjoy! Serves 6."}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T11:00:30.946005+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T11:00:30.946005+00:00"}