Beer & Iron – Episode 3

“Fly in the Pie” Chicken Pot Pie (Cast‑Iron Skillet Recipe)

Printable Recipe: https://beerandiron.com/fly-in-the-pie-chicken-pot-pie-recipe

Episode Summary

In this episode of Beer & Iron, Sulae shares a hilarious and heartwarming tale from Grandma Kelly’s kitchen—a place where cast iron ruled, dinner was sacred, and even a bold, rent‑dodging fly couldn’t escape the swift justice of an eight‑pound skillet. That legendary moment inspires today’s featured dish: Grandma Kelly’s “Fly in the Pie” Chicken Pot Pie, a creamy, beer‑infused cast‑iron pot pie with chopped olives standing in as the playful “flies.”

Listeners get a full walkthrough of this comfort‑food classic: tender chicken bites, sautéed veggies, a rich lager‑based sauce, and a rustic top crust baked to golden perfection. Along the way, Sulae drops cast‑iron wisdom, kitchen philosophy, and the kind of storytelling that makes every recipe feel like a family tradition.

Perfect for cast‑iron cooks, comfort‑food lovers, and anyone who appreciates a good story with their supper.

🔥 Featured Recipe: Fly in the Pie Chicken Pot Pie

A one‑skillet pot pie made with chicken, veggies, beer, and a flaky top crust.

Key Ingredients

• Chicken breast pieces
• Carrots, celery, onion, garlic
• Frozen peas
• Flour (for dredging + thickening)
• Chicken broth, lager beer, milk/cream
• Thyme, celery seed, black pepper
• Chopped olives (“the fly in the pie”)
• Pie crust or puff pastry
• Egg wash

Quick Steps

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Dredge and sear chicken in butter.
3. Add veggies; sprinkle in flour.
4. Pour in broth, beer, and milk; simmer until creamy.
5. Add peas and olives; adjust salt.
6. Top with crust; brush with egg.
7. Bake 25–30 minutes until golden.

✨ Why This Episode Works for You

• Cast‑iron cooking + comfort food
• A memorable family story
• Beer as a key ingredient
• Easy, weeknight‑friendly recipe
• Fun twist with the “fly in the pie” olives

📣 Join the Table

Find printable recipes, cast‑iron tips, and video tutorials at BeerandIron.com. Share your pot pie creations and keep the tradition sizzling.