Martha's Favorite

Chicken Potpies with Puff Pastry

Name: Chicken Potpies with Puff Pastry
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 shallot, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 carrot, peeled and thinly sliced crosswise; 1 small parsnip, peeled and sliced into rounds; 1 russet potato, peeled and diced; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 1/2 cups chicken stock; 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 3 thyme sprigs; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; 5 teaspoons cornstarch whisked with 2 tablespoons water; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1 package (14 ounces) puff pastry, cut into four 4 1/4-inch squares; 1 large egg, lightly beaten

There's beauty (and big, bold flavors) in simplicity. Make this mouthwatering meal tonight--no slaving over the stove required.

Prep: 35 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Servings: 4

Source: Martha Stewart Living, February 2011

Ingredients

1 shallot, finely chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 carrot, peeled and thinly sliced crosswise
1 small parsnip, peeled and sliced into rounds
1 russet potato, peeled and diced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 thyme sprigs
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
5 teaspoons cornstarch whisked with 2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 package (14 ounces) puff pastry, cut into four 4 1/4-inch squares
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Directions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cook shallot in oil in a large pot over medium heat until soft, about 4 minutes. Add carrot, parsnip, and potato. Cook until soft, about 10 minutes. Add wine; simmer until reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Add stock; bring to a boil. Add chicken and thyme. Cook for 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add cornstarch mixture and cream. Bring to a simmer; cook until thick, about 5 minutes.
Divide mixture among four 6-ounce ramekins; top with pastry. Brush with egg. Cut a hole into each to vent. Bake on a baking sheet until golden, 12 to 14 minutes.