Description
Crock Pot Chicken Pot Pie is a wholesome, protein-packed comfort meal made in your slow cooker. Tender chicken, creamy broth, and colorful vegetables come together to create a clean, energizing twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast
2 cups chopped carrots
2 cups chopped celery
1 cup frozen peas
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
2 tbsp arrowroot powder
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Chop all vegetables uniformly for even cooking.
2. Place chicken breast at the bottom of the crock pot.
3. Layer carrots, celery, peas, onion, and garlic on top.
4. Pour in low-sodium chicken broth.
5. Sprinkle arrowroot powder and dried thyme, then stir gently to combine.
6. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours until chicken is tender.
7. Shred chicken with two forks directly in the crock pot.
8. Stir in unsweetened almond milk and cook for another 30 minutes to thicken.
9. Season to taste, let rest 10 minutes, then serve hot.
Notes
Use organic chicken for the best flavor and nutrition.
Fresh herbs add more antioxidants than dried ones.
Do not overcook vegetables; aim for tender-crisp texture.
Let the dish rest before serving for deeper flavor.
Store leftovers up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Healthy, Slow Cooker
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg