CHEDDAR CHICKEN POTPIE

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Cheese soup is one of my favorites, but it's a bit too rich for my husband's taste. Now I make a variation of potpie we both enjoy. If I'm in a hurry, I'll skip the crust, add extra milk and serve it as a chowder. -Sandra Cothran, Ridgeland, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

CRUST:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
3 tablespoons cold water
FILLING:
1-1/2 cups chicken broth
2 cups peeled cubed potatoes
1 cup sliced carrots
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

For crust, in a small bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut butter in flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the water, mixing gently with a fork. Gather into a ball. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes. , For filling, place broth in a Dutch oven; bring to a boil over high heat. Add vegetables. Reduce heat; simmer until vegetables are tender, 10-15 minutes. , In a small bowl, combine flour and milk; stir into broth mixture. Cook and stir over medium heat until slightly thickened and bubbly. Stir in cheese, chicken, poultry seasoning, salt and pepper. Heat until cheese melts. Spoon into a 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet. Set aside. , On a lightly floured surface, roll dough for crust to fit top of casserole, trimming edges as necessary. Place on casserole over filling; seal edges. Make several slits in center of crust for steam to escape. , Bake at 425° until golden brown, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603 calories, Fat 31g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 161mg cholesterol, Sodium 902mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 42g protein.