Cornbread Chicken Pie

Warm, hearty, and bursting with Southern-inspired charm, this Cornbread Chicken Pie is the ultimate comfort food mashup. This recipe combines a savory chicken and vegetable filling, enriched with a creamy, herb-infused sauce, and a golden, fluffy cornbread topping that’s both satisfying and easy to make. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy family gatherings, this one-dish wonder uses simple pantry staples like cornbread mix, frozen vegetables, and chicken broth to create a meal that’s as quick to prepare (just 20 minutes of prep time!) as it is delicious. The buttery cornbread crust bakes to golden perfection, creating a delicious contrast to the rich and flavorful filling underneath. Serve it fresh out of the oven for a crowd-pleasing dinner, and enjoy Southern comfort in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups chicken broth
• 0.5 cups milk
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, green beans)
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp dried thyme
• 1 box (approx 8.5 oz) cornbread mix
• 1 large egg
• 0.33 cups milk (for cornbread mix)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish or casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

Cook the chicken: Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken breast until fully cooked, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet, shred or dice the chicken, and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 5

Gradually pour in the chicken broth and 1/2 cup milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook until it thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the shredded chicken, frozen mixed vegetables, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Remove the mixture from heat and transfer to the prepared pie dish, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Prepare the cornbread topping: In a medium bowl, combine the cornbread mix, egg, and 1/3 cup milk. Stir until just combined.

Step 8

Spread the cornbread batter evenly over the chicken mixture, ensuring the topping covers the filling entirely.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10

Remove the pie from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your comforting Cornbread Chicken Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1882.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2444.9

Total Fat 60.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 685.2mg	0%
Sodium 5917.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 273.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.8g	0%
Total Sugars 80.0g
Protein 191.5g	0%

Vitamin D 175.5IU	0%
Calcium 1017.4mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 3128.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.5%

Protein: 31.9%

Carbs: 45.6%