The BEST Classic Chicken Pot Pie Recipe | Original Vintage Comfort Food

The BEST Classic Homemade Chicken Pot Pie Recipe – true vintage comfort food from the 1940s and 1950s.With its golden flaky crust, creamy chicken and vegetable filling, this timeless dish was a staple on American dinner tables long before “comfort food” even had a name. Forget frozen pies – this one is authentic, buttery, and full of old-fashioned charm.

In this new episode from Apaulo’s Diner, I’ll show you how to bring back the tradition of making chicken pot pie completely from scratch – just like families did in mid-century kitchens. This vintage recipe features a flaky lard-based crust, a creamy filling packed with tender chicken, peas, carrots, and celery – everything you’d expect from a homemade chicken pot pie done the classic way. Your host, Apaulo Jupiter, is looking forward to having you at the table.

And if you’re craving more timeless dishes, don’t forget to explore the other vintage recipes here on Apaulos Diner – from biscuits to dressings, all with that nostalgic charm.

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🥧 Ingredients (US & Metric)

For the Filling:

* 2 cups cooked, diced chicken (300–350 g)
* 1 cup frozen peas (150 g)
* ½ cup carrots, diced (75 g)
* ½ cup celery, diced (75 g)
* 1 medium onion, finely chopped (100 g)
* ¼ cup butter (60 g)
* ¼ cup all-purpose flour (30 g)
* 2 cups chicken broth (480 ml)
* ½ cup milk (120 ml)
* Salt and pepper to taste
* ½ tsp dried thyme (optional)
* ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)

For the Crust:

* 2 cups all-purpose flour (250 g)
* 1 tsp salt (5 g)
* ⅔ cup lard or shortening (130 g)
* 6–8 tbsp cold water (90–120 ml)

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✨ Why This Recipe Stands Out

* Authentic **mid-century method** – just like families made it in the 1940s and ’50s
* Flaky lard-based crust for that true vintage texture and flavor
* Rich, creamy filling with chicken and vegetables
* A cozy hug straight from a 1950s dinner table
* Great for anyone looking for an easy homemade chicken pot pie from scratch

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📺 Step Into the Diner

If vintage cooking makes your heart (and stomach) happy, I’d love to welcome you as a subscriber to Apaulo’s Diner. I’m Apaulo Jupiter, and every week I serve up another helping of mid-century flavor — from nostalgic desserts to old-fashioned comfort foods.

💬 Let me know in the comments: Do you prefer your chicken pot pie served straight from the dish, or neatly sliced onto a plate?

👍 And if you enjoyed this classic, give it a like and share it with a friend who loves vintage recipes.

Music Credits 🎶 :

Walk Through the Park – TrackTribe – YouTubeAudioLibrary
A Night Alone – TrackTribe – YouTubeAudioLibrary
Jane Street – TrackTribe – YouTubeAudioLibrary

Chapter:

00:00 An Introduction to the Best Classic Chicken Pot Pie
00:54 Making the Pie Crust (Vintage Style)
03:41 Preparing the Filling
07:48 Assembling the Pie
10:50 Baking & Resting
12:56 Cutting & Serving
13:40 Enjoying Your Vintage Chicken Pot Pie

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