Description
Comforting “classic chicken pot pie” brings nostalgic warmth from grandma’s kitchen, blending tender chicken and velvety vegetables in a flaky, golden crust. Hearty flavors and rustic charm invite hungry diners to savor each homemade bite of pure culinary comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Dry Ingredients:
- 3 cups (360 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) baking powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) salt
Herbs and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon (2 grams) garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 gram) dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 gram) dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 gram) dried basil
Wet Ingredients and Cheese:
- 1 1/2 cups (170 grams) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup (180 milliliters) milk
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon (4 grams) fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Fire up the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan by coating it with butter or using parchment paper for effortless bread removal.
- Combine flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, thyme, rosemary, and basil in a spacious mixing bowl, whisking thoroughly to ensure even distribution of herbs.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar cheese into the dry ingredient mixture, stirring until the cheese is uniformly scattered throughout.
- In a separate vessel, vigorously whisk milk, olive oil, and eggs until the liquid components are completely integrated.
- Gently fold the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients, using a delicate touch to prevent overmixing and maintain the bread’s airy texture.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the surface to create an even layer for consistent baking.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, monitoring until a toothpick emerges clean and the top develops a beautiful golden-brown crust.
- Allow the bread to rest briefly in the pan, then carefully move to a wire rack for partial cooling.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley just before serving, adding a vibrant touch of color and fresh herb flavor to the savory loaf.
Notes
- Prevent dense texture by avoiding overmixing the batter, which can develop gluten and make the bread tough.
- Ensure even cheese distribution by tossing shredded cheese with dry ingredients before adding wet components to prevent sinking.
- Customize herb blend by substituting dried herbs with fresh ones, using a 3:1 ratio of fresh to dried for intense flavor.
- Make it gluten-free by replacing wheat flour with a high-quality gluten-free all-purpose flour blend to maintain similar texture and rise.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg