DiNNER FOR OUR FAMiLY OF 10~ CAST IRON CHICKEN POT PiE 😉😋

Thank you for joining me on making my chicken pot pie, which was amazing, but man did I struggle with the crust.
I’ve made homemade crust lots for pies and for my cooking but for some reason, I just couldn’t figure it out and so you’ll see in this video. I had to conquer it so I ended up making an apple pie in the end to show myself that I for sure could make this crust. I refuse to give up.
The chicken pot pie was absolutely amazing. The crust was nice and flaky except a little too flaky so I think I’m going to have to play around with it when it comes to the shortening and maybe reduce the amount of shortening butter ratio. I think the shortening was just too warm and it was melting everything and the crust wasn’t setting up like it should.
Chicken pot pie is one of the most asked for meals when I cook for my kids. And it’s so simple to make.
Chicken pot pie ingredients:
4 pounds of chicken breast
A half a pot of water
Various spices to make your own stock
4 cups of chopped carrots
One large, yellow onion, chopped
2 to 4 cups of chopped celery
Garlic, minced onion, dried parsley, or fresh, white pepper, salt
One cup of flour
Heavy cream and homemade chicken stock to make the roux
Two sticks of butter
Crust ingredients:
Flour, salt, butter, and water
So this is just a rough ingredient list. Make sure to check out the video for the exact measurements.
Directions:
1. Two a stock pot you’re going to add your chicken the spices that you want to use and a half a pot of water.
2. Cook that on medium heat until the chicken is done and the water has a nice yellow color.
3. Chop up all your veggies and into a pan with a stick of butter add them, and the spices and cook into the veggies are tender.
4. Once the stock is done your chicken and chop chunk.
5. Remove the veggies from the pan add another stick of butter, one cup of flour, salt, and pepper, and cook on medium heat until it forms paste then slowly add around 6 to 8 cups of stock then your 2 cups of heavy cream. Making sure to whisk the entire time to thicken.
6. Once the roux is made at your veggies and chicken back to the pan, stir it and set aside.
7. Make your crust place it on the bottom of the pan then add your filling and the place a top crust on. Brush it with melted butter or egg whites and bake at 375 for about 40 minutes until the crust is nice and browned alittle.
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[@tiffanyranieri82]

I’d rather see a real video when it doesn’t always work out perfectly cuz that’s reality for all of us at times. You are amazing! Thank you for your videos😊

[@lorajette3363]

You're right. It just doesn't always come out perfect. Even for the best professional chefs.

[@kimberbrown2858]

Yes! Exactly

[@djjamison6548]

Me too ❤

[@martmart54321]

You are who i wish I could be 😅. Someone who likes to cook. Meanwhile, I was watching listening to you while I threw no yolk noodles, can of cream of chicken, organic chicken broth, can of peas n carrots, vegetable and red pepper seasoning, HEB store bought chopped up rotessiore chicken meat, altogether to make chicken noodle soup. 😅😅😅😅

[@meghauff9824]

Me too

[@RJB1980]

When you said "I have so many ideas in my head I wish I could just get to them all", I felt that 100%!

[@CrazyCrystal8175]

Right!?!?😅

[@Suejenk]

The cut to you making an apple pie😂…will not be beaten by pastry.

[@beckyryan407]

You should do a video with each of your children cooking their favorite dishes

[@Justthebells10]

That’s a great idea

[@amyb9555]

You are just being real. It shows you are human and haven't we all been there where it may not look the best but is delicious! Keep the real videos coming. God Bless you and your family.

[@michellestrong2071]

When you make homemade doesn't matter what it looks like it just matters what it tastes like and it looks good and so did your pie

[@Mrwillie95]

That chicken pot pie is big enough to feed a football team and it looks so good

[@rebeccawells9427]

You are hard on yourself. I do the same thing. Please know how wonderful you are, to your family as well as your viewers. All the best to you.

[@user-pr5bw6xo6n]

Crust is a funny thing. You are like me, I won't let something beat me. I will do a recipe over and over until I get it right so I understand. One thing I like about you is you are o.k. showing not everything comes out perfect every time but you kept going. By the way I love watching your family video's and I love love your kitchen.

[@user-wl4lu5tg5g]

Always kind, remember you are cooking with love. Us mom's are often are hardest Critic. All they're going to remember is their mom made it, and it tasted so good. 🎉❤😊🎉🎉

[@joniwasson2866]

Hi Heather, I just wanted to take a moment and tell you how much I enjoyed watching this video. The fact that you showed mistakes and dealt with it was nice and refreshing, really. I can tell you that when you mix butter and shortening together, it seems to do that. My Momma would use butter or crisco but not at the same time. My Aunt uses crisco shortening. Her crusts have always been super flaky and really good. I want to make that chicken pot pie for my grandkids. I have 7 of them 😊 and I know they will really enjoy it. Thank you so much for sharing your life with us. I am looking forward to watching more of your videos. Oh and I agree in regards to the green beans. My gram would plant kentucky Blue Lake pole beans, and they aways turned out delicious canned. I can't wait to see you all in the garden. Bless you and your family.

[@sl8121]

The "flops"make it real . We all have issues from time to time when we cook. It's all good. Enjoy watching you!!

[@bernm1948]

Thank you for your down to earth vlog. I like your style. I like chunky chicken not shredded. I’m 76 and fairly disabled… COPD etc but started veg gardening last year with raised beds…. I love doing it. Thanks again for your yummy recipe.👏x

[@tiffanyb4764]

That’s awesome! I can relate to disabilities. You are doing great to keep up with a garden of any size. It’s very rewarding I’m sure.

[@rollingstone6699]

Drool worthy! Roll the pastry out between sheets of baking paper, remove one and place the pastry face down into the pan and lift off other piece.

[@lauracornell7068]

Roll out out on parchment paper, then chill again, and add it to your pan. Maybe do half at a time and fuse it in the pan.I think you were having difficulty because of the size, NOT the receipe . You are a ROCKSTAR!!!

[@michellecarl1255]

I'll try that the next time...thanks for the tip..😊

[@Justthebells10]

Will do!

[@lauracornell7068]

Poor crust is my nemesis... you have given me the courage to try again. I did buy some just in case, though... I've taught many people to make perfect pie crust yet have never been able to make it myself. They say those who can't do it teach. 😉

[@louisesheppard3779]

Heather, sweetheart, you would not believe the times I’ve had to improvise when it comes to making crust for large recipes! You did exactly what I would have done! And the crazy thing is, those are usually the ones that turn out amazing! 👍♥️

[@michellecarl1255]

Exactly. You dont know how many times I've pieced together pie crust cause it waznt cold enough or home was too warm. I stopped cooking when my husband passed away but now i rake care of my 82 year old mom and i enjoy cooking and baking with her...😊❤

[@carrieamaxwell]

It sure looks yummy!!! I don't know how you have the energy to do all of the cooking that you do. Everything always looks so yummy!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@sallymander4520]

Oh my. Adopt me. I'm 39 years old and love chicken pot pie. I do dishes and vacuum so good. Ha! Looks so yummy.

[@Faith37471]

I absolutely adore you!!!I love that you can laugh about food bloopers because we all have them!! We have this grand picture in our mind of what it should look and taste like and sometimes it just doesn't come together lol Like my husband always says" The stomach does not know ugly " lol ❤❤❤❤

[@martmart54321]

You are who i wish i could be. Someone who loves to cook. Ive been watching this video in the kitchen while I threw together all store bought, no yolk noodles, organic broth, can of cream of chicken, can of peas n carrots, HEB rotisserie chicken, vegetable and red pepper seasoning. To make chicken noodle soup that im eating right now 😂.

[@jacquelinetennant5049]

I'm with the hubby - long as it tastes good. ❤❤

[@rosemarydiedrich4587]

It doesn’t matter how it looks it’s how it tastes! That’s a BIG crust! Looks yummy !

[@kimberbrown2858]

Your no quitter Heather! Way to recover that! 😊

[@josiewathen8772]

I loved this video . Real food real hard work real determination never give up. Wish I was there to eat lol. Great job Heather . Much love from Ky

[@noella323]

Sounds yummy. The only thing different I do is add chopped potatoes

[@elainemiller47]

You make all those 100's of dishes and I will be right here to watch 😊

[@drusillayoung9552]

You worked that out really well. No one is gonna see the bottom. I applaud you for making homemade crust. Your hubby is right if it taste good is all that matters.❤❤❤❤

[@vanessaspen423]

Always wondered what chicken pot pie is ..watching from the UK 🇬🇧 😊

[@ummmouhamad10]

❤❤❤❤❤❤ this is why we watch and love you’re channel we can relate to u no falseness

[@sheriwright5411]

Your amazing, so is your family. Now that they are growing up and able to help you more. You and your husband are wonderful ppl.

[@bonniesamplesbonniesamples3595]

I was so happy to see you on yea!!!! Love you guys!!

[@lisafreda2873]

How to make an imperfect crust absolutely perfect😊

[@erinl3066]

Loveee chicken pot pie and the bells 10 !

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Goooooood Monday morning. Yumm, that looks so delicious. I love chicken pot pie. We make ours with a puff pastry crust.

[@elainestafford4669]

It doesnt matter that the pastry is short and you have had to piece it together, it will still taste delicious. Its a huge pan and I don't think many would be able to do it in one. X

[@celestecolton1638]

You made that pie crust with absolute love, and it looked absolutely delicious, it doesn’t matter if it needed to be in pieces, you got it fit into the bottom of that pan bit by bit. I can’t wait for your family to enjoy it, love you and love your videos.

[@Justthebells10]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@jilliant.4550]

The food processor motor generates heat. The more you pulse it the hotter the motor gets. Its always best to cut in by hand. The processor is melting the butter, especially in a large batch. I think it was just the enormous size. But in the end its how it tastes not how it looks. The pot pie looked great to me.

[@janburkett2708]

You did a great job on the crust! Crusts are very forgiving. Be proud of yourself! 😊

[@Justthebells10]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@sharondeyoung7413]

You worked extra hard for this video and never gave up, yay you!! Looks delicious

[@Justthebells10]

Yes! Thank you!

[@elainejones8334]

For every ounce of butter add 1 tablespoon of water and always chill the pastry, it needs to rest so the water can be fully absorbed. If it's to hard when you take it out of the fridge leave it for a couple of minutes and give it a bash with the rolling pint to start it moving. Brush with beaten egg and a little water for a nice golden crust. Tip for cutting strips is to use a pizza cutter. At the end of the day, taste is everything, you nailed it!

[@Justthebells10]

Thankyou!!!

[@alicecuevas2854]

Wow! Exciting plans for veggie and herb gardens! Can't wait! Going to be great! Love gardening, so relaxing, great for the soul!❤️

[@alicecuevas2854]

So much love into that crust!! It's going to taste great!! Don't be so hard on yourself! Love you!❤️

[@carriesessum2505]

Good Monday morning 🤗

[@teea2113]

Wow ! I've never seen a cast-iron pan that big !😃

[@cjhoward409]

I couldn’t lift that pan, empty !

[@michellecarl1255]

My paternsl grandmother had one and fried her frybread in it. It comes out best in a cast iron pan. It slso made great friend potatos also biscuits. I miss those days.❤😢😇🙏💕☺️🙏💯

[@cynthiasmith4130]

Love your videos!! You bring such niceness to all of us, Thank You for being so kind....❤❤❤❤...

[@janicenash8382]

New viewer here, I am so impressed with you !!!!!! I won’t ever miss watching you cook. !!!!! 🙏❤️❤️🙏😃

[@rebeccawells9427]

Onion in fridge or freezer for 20 -30 minutes should help a bit. It’s pot pie! It’s going to be good no matter what! I notice a difference when I put the butter and Crisco in the freezer for a bit. You still fridge the dough before roll out. If you handle your crust too much it can get tough. Again-it’s pot pie-either way it will be great! It’s made with love. You do amazing everything for a large family. ❤

[@michellecarl1255]

Or i think the first batch became too dry cause she kept kneading and adding flour then the next batch didnt mix well with the dough and was dry so it crumbled when he rolled out. The next batches she rush it. But it was perfect to eat. Who cares the way it looked. It looked fine to me and looked very good to eat. The apple pie looked great too. Jmo. We forget our family don't care what it looks like, just as long as its delicious..😊 Thats what my husband would say...😊❤

[@christineschafer8214]

Thank you for keeping it real! ❤

[@MV-ew6ty]

Looks fantastic Mama Bell. I love your dedication to the crust. Totally relatable. Crusts are so strange though. Sometimes u do everything exact and two pies are easy roll and the third is like nope not today. Lol.

[@CookandcleanwithJulieB]

I think maybe they u worked the dough to much or to much flour… also you could do the big pie crust cut in half roll on your pin and then do half and then the other half…also if you roll it on your pin then put on top of you pan and roll it out… I have a tutorial on my channel which explains what I’m talking about… don’t be discouraged… we are all learning something all the time l.. and your pie crust looks fabulous.. just keep trying..I do a shortening pie crust.. my butter never turns out right

[@tammyroberts6911]

You are definitely too hard on yourself. The crust did not look bad at all! And homemade, wow…so impressed and looked delicious!

[@sjochim9934]

It looks beautiful, I only wish I could cook something like that. Real life cooking, no editing. ❤

[@janabuchheit3389]

Stellar job! The mishap was just a slice of life. I would rather eat something tasty than to eat something beautiful that's nasty. One thing I do sometimes is freeze the butter and grate it into the dough. I don't use a food processor, though. Determination is often like a diamond. It takes time and patience for perfection. Great video. I'm glad I found your page. I always cooked for a large crowd. It can be challenging yet so rewarding! Your story of foster care and adoption is inspiring.

[@caroljones833]

Loved watching this and learning things. We all have these days.. Looks good!!

[@teespencer725]

I'm from the UK 🇬🇧 I love your videos and you are a beautiful family thankyou for sharing your family❤

[@barbarabrown4767]

This the first time seeing you cook. You,are so cool and down to earth. I always fight with my crusts also. I’m 81 years young. So don’t worry be happy. I use. Butter flavored Crisco. Which I keep in the fridge all the time. I’m along with the cold butter.So I do have better luck. I agree with your family. It’s better that it taste better than it looks/

[@lindakeller3259]

Your crust is rustic. That’s what I love about any pie. Beautiful ❤

[@lynnjones185]

Its a blessing just to cook for your family!..If you mess up its ok!...I Made Gravy yesterday it looked terrible but my step daughter said it was delicious 😋...I say it is what it is!😁.. Sending love from South Carolina!

[@kathymoulton9202]

We have all had that happen!! Looks great and delicious

[@jennifermendoza9776]

I love watching your videos! I think the heat in the kitchen along with the humidity may have effected the texture. But you're an awesome mom and a rockstar! Keep up the great work!

[@shirleywagner1380]

Looks awesome! Real life on the crust! So glad you didn't edit it out! Lol . True life!

[@PamelaMcGrann]

We all have times when things don't work out you did a good job!!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@marizaanvisagie9537]

Lol I love how you laugh at the dough haha your one awesome mamma❤ My tip for you is dont use too much flour when rolling it out the flour make the dough dry.

[@dianeM8229]

Wow! I have never seen a cast iron skillet that big! You're too fun. Thanks for sharing your pot pie recipe. 👏👍

[@serenee100]

I love all your videos and this one even more for you being at your sincerest.. Love this woman!!🌷🌷🌷

[@helenaalvarez9773]

I really enjoy your videos cuz you’re so down to earth and you are genuine.

[@susanmunoz1357]

Oh my gosh I loved this video. So genuine and I laughed so much! You are precious. I learned a lot too. Good job 👏 😂

[@christolecontreras3610]

I loved everything about this video. I was laughing along with you. 🙏♥️

[@juliehiestand8180]

I have made a few pies in my 55 cooking years. I've made over a thousand pies , and taught pie making....and I would say too much flour. That is what is making the crust split. And you must flip the crust over while rolling it out. That helps meld the crust (fibers??, or actually gluten)together on both sides. Also using that gorgeous rolling pin to roll the crust onto it will actually help transport the crust to the pan. I hardly ever use butter, I use Crisco ,but walmart brand works just as good. I use vegetable shortning. BUT...my grandma , who taught me in the mid 60's only used the lard she rendered. My recipe is for a 2 crust is... 2/3 cup + 2 rounded tablespoons of shortning. 2 cups AP flour + some for rollong out, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Use pastry cutter, or pulse in food processor to PEA stage. Use ICE water. 4 to 9 tables. Fact... depending on the dryness of the flour, where you live, dry desert, humidity , will govern how much ice water you need. I always start with 4 tablespoons and add more as needed. You want it on the softer side, because as you roll it and flip it over, and add a small amount of bench flour each flip, it is a good time to add more flour if needed. When my top crust is on, and i have pinched the sides with my fingers, I cut a couple of slits or breathing marks in the top, then I brush a small amount of milk on top and then dust with sugar. Could use egg wash or a cinnamon sugar mix. I am going to make a video because everyone wants to see how i do it. Guess i need to start with making a utube channel. I LEARNED A LOT from your chicken pot pie. Steps I've never used. Guess im making it your way this week. THANKS FOR THE GREAT LESSON. A d hubby is 100% correct, what matters is the flavor, and I'm sure, that chicken pot pie you made was the bomb!!!

[@bellabailey1183]

If I could make that dough I would be so happy! It’s going to be wonderful. Dough intimidates me, but I make killer bread! Good job!

[@louwolf6802]

It's going to be awesome! Thank you for being so easy to relate to. 💕

[@valeriep.8364]

Loving every minute of it! I wish I had been a better cook. You're slaying it. Good for you!

[@rayne5377]

Loved watching this… I laughed with you! Looks amazing! ❤️

[@Jeremiah-xb2lh]

Love your channel. RUSTIC, not perfect & it doesn't have to be perfect. You made it work, a true cook. Honestly, you're great & funny. It's a pleasure ❤😂 watching

[@bluedragon1979]

The pie crust experiments looked good. One idea to get an oversized pie crust to not fall apart is to drape in over you rolling pin.

[@HomemakerTiffany]

I love watching your videos as a hella homemaker ❤

[@jigsawpuzzlesandjams5883]

Congratulations on the "perfect" crust.🥰 Love the idea of combining the mushy & firm apples. Sounds very delicious. Great job on the chicken pot pie. It is one of my favs also. I am sure your family would agree that taste trumps good looks any day.🌹

[@user-kb3di9jw3u]

It is not a train wreck, your family will love it❤️

[@theresamoore7634]

Apple pie looks yummy ❤. Great job

[@christiepyle7516]

You're an amazing person that is fun, hilarious, can laugh at your mistakes, and enjoy life to the fullest. You're filling bellies with a good home cooked meal and that's all that matters! I was told years ago to use lard for the best pie crust you'll ever make. It's all I use now. And, I keep my dough a bit sticky and when I roll it out I add a bit of flour. it just seems to work better for me that way. Love your video! Keep up the great work and thanks for keeping it real! Sending love from north Texas ❤

[@LL-jb9en]

You are AMAZING. It's nice to see that you're a real human, who can't talk, make a pie crust LOL on camera. I love snap peas 🫛 also, but to be honest, your chicken pot pie looked good and probably tasted even better. OK, I'm hungry now!

[@cindyupton7357]

This…..This is my Very Favorite One Ever!!! To see you are normal!!! Love it!!!!

[@jeannethompson4507]

Love it! For real!

[@JesusIsComing99]

🥰Thank you for sharing. God bless you and your family.

[@user-vj1us6oc8p]

Good afternoon happy Monday omg Ur a great cook heather looks massive love from Dublin Ireland Barbara ❤

[@kathleenmckenna8578]

Yeah, your making it real. Most of us have experienced all these issues with crust, etc. Like you say, don’t give up, just redo and it comes out great.😊

[@user-ky4hj4np9z]

I could make a recipe 10x and it will turn out delightful. Let me make it for something special and everything goes wrong! It looks so good! Yum!

[@Smalltowngirl318]

I canned about 8 dozen corn cut off the cob last year and it was awesome, It tasted like fresh corn All winter long..😊

[@barbaracotham2342]

Very good video. Thanks for sharing.😊

[@brendawheeler5456]

Years ago, when I was very, very young.Crisco had the recipe on the back of their label. 3 cups Crisco, chilled 1 tsp salt 1 cup Crisco or 1/2 cup Crisco and 1/2 butter, chilled. 1/2 cup + 3Tblsps ice water I add 1 Tblsp white vinegar or vodka helps to make it flakey. Not in recipe. My opinion you might have needed more water, depends on the day. Humidity and flour has alot to do with it. If your house was dry whether it was raining or dry outside.

[@wadeparsons4706]

I think you nailed it! Your family already said, "we don't care as long as it tastes good."

[@WendyQallab]

I love all your videos you are so great.

[@dawnaw1434]

It looks yummy to me! 😋 My food never looks as good as the recipe picture yet it still tastes good.

[@sheilajohnson6478]

The crust looked good once you patted it in the skillet.👍🏼. First time viewer and I subscribed. You’re awesome!

[@nurulnaisha1907]

When it is homemade always taste good.

[@user-vc6tm4of8f]

You did a awesome job , looks delicious

[@halfpint5]

I love how it looks ❤️

[@RedRaspberryRow]

Loved hearing Luke say that how it tastes is what matters! ❤

[@grannyboo2823]

Looks amazing!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@esthersacilowski641]

Bless your heart !❤ U stuck in there girl. ! I would of quit after the first time 😅

[@LisaSturgeon54]

Looks amazing, Awesome job