Deep-Dish Chicken-Fennel Pie With Bacon-Biscuit Top

Ingredients

• 3 pounds chicken breasts
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 2 bulbs fennel (1-1/2 pounds)
• 2 large boiling potatoes
• 1-1/2 pounds baby carrots
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped parsley
• 12 ounces bacon
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt