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Easy Creamy Family Crockpot Chicken Pot Pie Filling

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A fuss-free, creamy, and irresistibly cozy chicken pot pie filling made in a crockpot, perfect for family dinners or unexpected guests. This recipe delivers classic comfort food flavor without the time-consuming crust.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 1 cup carrots, diced (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cups chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (coconut cream for dairy-free option)
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (or cornstarch/gluten-free flour blend)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Optional add-ins: 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • Optional garnish: Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Dice the carrots, celery, and onion into small, uniform pieces (about 1/4-inch dice). Shred or chop the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. This takes about 10 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened butter with the flour, mixing until it forms a smooth paste. Set aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, peas, and chicken into the slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth and stir gently to combine.
  4. Sprinkle garlic powder, thyme, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (if using) over the mixture. Stir lightly to distribute flavors.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours until veggies soften and flavors meld.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the heavy cream (or half-and-half) and the butter-flour paste. Mix thoroughly to combine.
  7. Continue cooking on low for another 20-30 minutes until the filling is creamy and thickened. Adjust thickness by adding broth or more flour mixed with cold broth if needed.
  8. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot with your choice of topping such as biscuits, puff pastry, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

Use cooked chicken to keep veggies tender and filling creamy. Mix butter and flour into a paste before adding to avoid lumps. Stir gently when adding cream and roux to prevent breaking down ingredients. Rotisserie chicken is recommended for moist, flavorful results. Can prep ingredients ahead except cream and roux mixture. For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch or gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use coconut cream and dairy-free butter substitute.

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