Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie: A Cozy, Unique Twist on Comfort Food
A delightful twist on the classic pot pie, featuring tender gnocchi and savory chicken in a rich, creamy sauce.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Nut-free
- 1 pound gnocchi
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup peas
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, sautéing until fragrant.
- Stir in carrots, celery, and peas, cooking until tender.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir well, cooking for another minute.
- Add chicken broth and heavy cream, mixing until smooth. Bring to a simmer and stir in chicken, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- In a baking dish, combine the gnocchi and the chicken mixture.
- Cover with the pie crust, sealing the edges. Cut a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with mushrooms or additional vegetables.
- Feel free to add your favorite herbs for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Gnocchi, Chicken, Pot Pie, Comfort Food