Ingredients:
- 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1 small Yellow Onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Chicken Broth (low sodium)
- 1 cup Whole Milk or Half-and-Half
- 1 tsp Dried Thyme
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/2 tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breast or Thighs (shredded or diced)
- 10 oz bag Frozen Mixed Vegetables (thawed and drained)
- 1 1/2 cups Original Bisquick Baking Mix
- 1/2 cup Whole Milk
- 1/2 tsp Dried Parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate or an 8x8 inch baking dish.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened and translucent.
- Make the Roux: Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the sautéed onions. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Whisk in Liquids: Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain. Then, slowly whisk in the milk or half-and-half.
- Simmer and Season: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently. Reduce the heat and cook for about 3–5 minutes until the sauce has thickened significantly (it should easily coat the back of a spoon). Stir in the thyme, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Combine the Filling: Remove the skillet from the heat. Gently stir in the cooked, shredded chicken and the thawed mixed vegetables. Pour the finished filling mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare Bisquick Batter: In a medium bowl, combine the Bisquick baking mix and 1/2 cup of milk. Stir just until combined; do not overmix (a few lumps are fine). The batter will be thick.
- Top the Pie: Spoon the Bisquick topping evenly over the hot filling in the baking dish. If using, sprinkle the optional dried parsley over the topping for visual appeal.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the topping comes out clean. The filling around the edges should be visibly bubbling.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Scoop generous portions directly from the dish.