"Individual chicken pot pies are made of puff pastry shells filled with a chicken, vegetable and gravy mixture...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 bay leaf
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1 medium onion, halved, divided
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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a handful of mushroom caps, sliced or chopped
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1 small rib celery, finely chopped
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½ cup defrosted frozen peas and carrots
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons flour, plus a sprinkle to roll out dough
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¾ cup chicken stock
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¼ cup cream or half-and-half
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1 rounded tablespoon Dijon mustard
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2 tablespoons fresh thyme or dill, finely chopped
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salt and pepper
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8-ounce sheet frozen puff pastry dough, defrosted
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1 egg, beaten with a splash of water