Creamy Chicken Pot Pie

A pot pie can be one of the most simple, but comforting meals to make.  There are many kinds of pot pies you could make using different meats & vegetables, but I don't think there is anything better than the classic chicken pot pie.  I've made a number of chicken pot pies before, but the one I made most recently has been my best.  So I've decided to share the recipe I used with you all.

I used 2 deep dish pie crust, 1 lb. of boneless/skinless chicken tenders, 2 tbsp. of olive oil, 1 can of cream of chicken soup, 1/2 cup of milk, 1 tbsp. of cornstarch, 1 cup of frozen peas & carrots,  2 diced stalks of celery, salt & pepper,  1/4 tsp. of onion powder, 1/2 tsp. of garlic powder, & 1 chicken bullion cube.  Start by preheating the oven to 375 degrees. Then dice the chicken into 1/2 in. pieces, & saute them in a frying pan with 2 tbsp. of olive oil on medium heat.  Season the chicken with salt & pepper & cook till completely white, about 10 minutes.  Set the chicken aside.  Then add to the pan cream of chicken soup, milk, peas & carrots, celery, onion powder, garlic powder, chicken bullion, salt & pepper.  Let it all simmer for 15 minutes on medium- low heat till it's all mixed together.  Mix the cornstarch with a 3 tbsp. of water & add it to the soup mixture.  It should thicken the mixture up quickly.  Take the pan off the heat & add the chicken.  Pour the mixture into the pie crust, & place the other pie crust on top.  Seal the crusts by pinching the edges together.  Place it in the oven on a cookie sheet & bake for 20-25 min. until the top is browned.

The crust comes out toasty & crunchy, while the center if full of chunky chicken, crisp vegetables, & a cream sauce that's creamy & smooth.  This was absolutely delicious & we will be having it again & again.  I have a feeling it could become a favorite of yours as well.  This is just another example of how easy it is to make a delicious, warm meal for yourself, or family in just minutes.  And the left-overs are just as good the next day.  I hope you'll enjoy this easy as pie- Creamy Chicken Pot Pie!