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Chicken Pot Pie From Scratch


This homemade chicken pot pie is pure comfort food.

Creamy filling, flaky crust, tender chicken, and simple ingredients that come together into one cozy dinner the whole family gets excited about.

Growing up, my grandma and I loved frozen pot pies during TGIF nights in front of the TV… and honestly, this homemade version brings back all those memories, just upgraded with real ingredients and way better flavor ❤️


Ingredients

Filling

  • 4 tbsp butter

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 2 carrots, diced

  • 2 celery stalks, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/3 cup flour

  • 2 cups chicken broth

  • 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk

  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced

  • 1 cup frozen peas

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning


Crust

  • 2 pie crusts (homemade or store-bought)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.

  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

  3. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook about 5–7 minutes until softened.

  4. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.

  5. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir well for about 1 minute.

  6. Slowly pour in chicken broth while stirring continuously.

  7. Add heavy cream or milk and cook until the filling thickens.

  8. Stir in chicken, peas, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

  9. Place one pie crust into a pie dish.

  10. Pour filling into the crust.

  11. Add top crust and seal edges.

  12. Cut small slits in the top crust to vent steam.

  13. Bake for 35–45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.

  14. Let rest 10–15 minutes before serving.


Tips

  • Rotisserie chicken makes this recipe much faster.

  • Place a baking sheet underneath the pie dish in case it bubbles over.

  • Letting the pie rest before slicing helps the filling set up.

  • Homemade pie crust makes it extra cozy, but store-bought works beautifully too.


From Scratch Coastal Kitchen Tip

This is one of those recipes that makes the whole house smell incredible while it bakes. Cozy, nostalgic, and worth every bite.



 
 
 

Garlic Parmesan Roasted Potatoes

Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and packed with garlic, parmesan, and fresh herbs… these roasted potatoes disappear FAST in our house.

They’re simple enough for a weeknight dinner, but honestly feel restaurant-worthy straight out of the oven.


And the best part? Most of these ingredients are pantry staples we already keep on hand.


Why We Love These Potatoes

  • Crispy edges every time

  • Easy, affordable side dish

  • Pairs with almost anything

  • Great for holidays OR busy weeknights

  • Fresh herbs make a huge difference 🌿


Ingredients

  • Baby potatoes or Yukon gold potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • Olive oil or avocado oil

  • Garlic powder

  • Salt

  • Black pepper

  • Italian seasoning

  • Fresh garlic, minced

  • Parmesan cheese

  • Fresh parsley or herbs from the garden


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

  2. Wash and cut potatoes into evenly sized pieces.

  3. Toss potatoes with oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic.

  4. Spread onto a baking sheet in a single layer.

  5. Roast for about 35–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.

  6. Toss with parmesan cheese and fresh herbs immediately after baking.

  7. Serve warm and try not to eat them straight off the pan 😅


Tips

  • Don’t overcrowd the pan or they’ll steam instead of crisp.

  • Fresh parmesan melts and browns better than shelf-stable parmesan.

  • Smaller potato pieces = crispier potatoes.

  • Fresh herbs at the end make them taste extra fresh and homemade.


From Scratch Coastal Kitchen Tip

These potatoes are one of my favorite “looks fancy but actually easy” recipes. We make them for everything from weeknight dinners to camping trips to holiday meals.

If you try them, let me know what you pair them with!



 
 
 

Bread Machine French Bread (So Easy + Better Than Store Bought)

There’s just something about homemade bread that makes a house feel cozy.

And while sourdough will always have my heart, this bread machine French bread recipe is one of my favorite ways to make fresh homemade bread without spending all day in the kitchen.

The bread machine does most of the hard work for you, giving you soft, perfect dough with barely any hands-on time. After a quick shape and bake, you’ll have two beautiful loaves of homemade French bread that taste incredible fresh from the oven.

My family loves this recipe for dinner nights, garlic bread, sandwiches, and homemade French bread pizza. And honestly? It’s hard to beat making two fresh loaves for around the price of one store-bought loaf.


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Easy enough for beginners

  • Soft inside with a golden crust

  • Uses simple pantry ingredients

  • Great for sandwiches and garlic bread

  • Makes TWO loaves

  • Budget friendly for families


Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water

  • 2 tablespoons sugar

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

  • 4 cups bread flour

  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast


Instructions

Step 1: Add Ingredients to Bread Machine

Add all ingredients to your bread machine in the order recommended by your manufacturer.

Select the dough cycle and let the machine do the work.


Step 2: Shape the Dough

Once the dough cycle is complete, place dough onto a lightly floured surface.

Divide into 2 equal pieces and shape into long French bread loaves.

Place onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.


Step 3: Let Rise

Cover loosely and let rise for about 30–45 minutes, or until puffy.


Step 4: Score + Bake

Use a sharp knife to make a few diagonal slashes across the top.

Bake at 375°F for about 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.


Tips

  • For a softer crust, brush with melted butter after baking.

  • This recipe freezes beautifully.

  • Leftovers make amazing garlic bread the next day.

  • Try using the loaves for homemade subs or French bread pizza.


From My Coastal Kitchen

One of my favorite things about homemade bread is how simple ingredients can create something that feels special. Whether we’re having soup night, pasta night, or just making sandwiches for the week, fresh bread always makes the meal feel a little more cozy.

If you try this recipe, I’d love to hear how it turned out!



 
 
 

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