Easy Chicken Pot Pie

October 13, 2021 (updated January 30, 2022) 18 comments »

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Creamy and comforting, this easy chicken pot pie is loaded with tender chicken, buttery potatoes, carrots, corn, onions and peas, all baked to perfection in a flaky pie crust. This chicken pot pie recipe is one of my family’s favorite cozy dinner meals!

chicken pot pie garnished with fresh rosemary

the best chicken pot pie recipe

Chicken pot pie is a classic comfort food recipe and one that all three of my kids gladly eat. Filled with nutritious veggies and a rich, savory sauce made from scratch, this warm, hearty meal is sure to become a family favorite in your home too. My trick for keeping this recipe quick + easy is using rotisserie chicken and refrigerated pie crust instead of homemade, but you are certainly welcome to do either!

I know there are tons of chicken pot pie recipes out there, but this one is just simply over-the-top delicious. Give it a try – I know you’ll agree!

And if this classic chicken pot pie sounds good, you have to try our comforting chicken pot pie soup. It’s an Ina Gartin original and super creamy and delicious!

what is a pot pie?

Pot pie is a savory type of pie that includes some type of meat and vegetable mixture in a creamy gravy with a flaky pastry pie crust. Chicken pot pies have come to be a classic American family-friendly comfort food. However, the pot pie recipe originates from Greece. The Greek version was called Artocreas, and featured an open pastry shell while the modern version typically keeps the top shell closed. Inside of the Artocreas could be chicken and vegetables, or any type of protein and veggie combination a person may prefer. During the 19th century when pot pies were first brought to America, the protein of choice wasn’t chicken but robin, which was common to find along the east coast.

Sweet or savory, I’m always down for a pie! Let’s get to the details of this easy chicken pot pie recipe!

ingredients

This chicken pot pie recipe uses common ingredients that are easy to find. Here’s the lineup:

Potatoes. Use any white potato you prefer. I like to use Yukon gold potatoes for the best buttery, creamy texture.
Carrots. Classic in chicken pot pie!
Butter. Helps to cook the onion down and makes the gravy creamy and flavorful.
Onion. Diced onion adds delicious aromatic flavor to the pot pie.
Flour. Used to thicken the sauce and make it super creamy and delicious.
Seasoning. Thyme, salt and pepper are the only seasonings you need to create the perfect flavor. Feel free to add other favorite spices or even fresh herbs.
Chicken broth. I recommend using a low-sodium chicken broth because then you can control the amount of salt in the recipe.
Milk. Any type of milk will work, but I like to use whole milk for maximum richness. You could even use heavy cream, if that’s what you have.
Chicken. You’ll be using cooked chicken for this recipe. You can use rotisserie chicken or use chicken breasts and follow this recipe for my perfect baked chicken.
Peas. It’s not a chicken pot pie without peas!
Corn. Adds a bit of crunch and sweetness. You can use fresh, frozen, or canned corn for this dish.
Pie crust. This pot pie recipe turns out great using a store-bought pie crust, but feel free to use a homemade crust, if you prefer.

steps of how to make a chicken pot pie recipe

how to make chicken pot pie

I know there are tons of chicken pot pie recipes, but this one’s the BEST! It’s also super easy! Here’s a quick rundown of how to make this recipe:

Start by cooking the potatoes and carrots until tender, but not overly soft. I cook mine for several minutes in a pot of boiling water, but you could also roast them in the oven until tender.
Meanwhile, add butter and onion to a large pot over medium heat; stir frequently as butter melts and onion becomes soft. Once onion is soft, add flour and seasonings and mix well. Then, add broth and milk; stir until thickened. Next, add the chicken and veggies; stir to combine.
Prepare a pie dish with an uncooked pie crust (for the bottom crust) and then pour the chicken and veggie mixture into the pie crust. Cover with the top pie crust, pinch seams of dough to seal and flute around the edges.
Brush a beaten egg over the top and cut some slits in the top, so it can vent steam. Bake for about 35 minutes and until pie is golden brown. Let cool and then dig in!

serving of chicken pot pie on a small white plate with a fork

tips

This chicken pot pie recipe is super easy, but here are a few tips to make sure your dish bakes up perfect every time!

Cut chicken and veggies in the same bite-sized pieces. The more consistent the sizing of your chicken and veggies, the more evenly the pot pie will cook.
The egg wash gives the top of the chicken pie pie crust that beautiful golden shiny hue. It’s not completely essential to the recipe, but it sure will make your pie look irresistible!
You can easily double this recipe to make two pies. This is a great option if you have a crowd to feed, or you can freeze one for later or give one to a friend!

ways to customize your chicken pot pie

We love this pot pie as written, but feel free to experiment and switch up some of the ingredients depending on what you have on hand.

Protein. Try using turkey instead of chicken, this is a great way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey. You could even used cubed ham in this recipe.
Vegetables. Feel free to add other vegetables to the mix such as mushrooms, green beans, celery stalks, or butternut squash.
Herbs. Instead of using dried thyme, you can use about 1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme. You can also throw in any other fresh herbs you’d like. Rosemary and parsley would both be great options. And feel free to sauté 1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced, with the onion.
Crust. To change things up, you can use puff pastry as the crust instead of a pastry shell pie crust.

what to serve with this easy chicken pot pie

When I serve chicken pot pie, I like to keep the sides simple because chicken pot pie is pretty much a complete meal — it has plenty of protein (chicken), loads of veggies, and carbs. I typically pair it with a fresh green salad on the side. For the salad, simply toss mixed greens with lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Feel free to add toppings to your salad such as red onion, cherry tomatoes, avocado or croutons. My Italian salad is a great choice too! You could also serve it with a fruit salad, roasted broccoli, or bacon roasted Brussels.

is chicken pot pie healthy?

The question of whether or not something is healthy is very subjective. Chicken pot pie is a balanced meal in the sense that it contains lean protein, plenty of veggies and the crust adds to the carbohydrate count. One large serving is under 500 calories, so pair that with a light green salad and you’ve got a dinner that’s under 700 calories, which is lower than most any dish you would get at a restaurant. However, personally, chicken pot pie is a meal that I would not enjoy every week, but possibly once a month or so.

chicken pot pie with potatoes, carrots and peas

make ahead options

Chicken pot pie works great as a make ahead meal! You can prepare the pie filling up to about one day in advance. Once the filling has completely cooled, cover and chill in the refrigerator. When you’re ready to bake the pot pie, pour the filling into the crust, add the top crust and bake as directed.

Chicken pot pie can be prepared and frozen before baking. Sometimes I double the recipe and freeze one pie for an easy dinner option for another day. In my opinion, it works best to freeze unbaked chicken pot pies because the crust will bake up crisp and flaky, whereas a baked pie that has been frozen may result in a soggy crust. A prepared frozen pot pie will keep well in the freezer up to about one month.

To bake from frozen, don’t worry about thawing the pie first. Brush the top with an egg wash and bake at 375ºF until browned and bubbly, about 80-90 minutes. If you notice the crust starting to brown too much, loosely cover with foil or use a pie shield.

storing and freezing chicken pot pie

Storing leftovers. Place any leftover chicken pot pie in an airtight storage container in the refrigerator for up to about 5 days.
To reheat. Pop individual servings in the microwave and cook for 30 second intervals until it’s warm. You can also place the casserole dish in the oven at 350ºF. If using the oven, loosely cover with foil and place the dish on the center rack for 15 to 25 minutes, until warmed through (the larger the serving, the longer the cook time).
Freezing. Place leftovers in an airtight freezer-safe storage container or a freezer-safe baggie in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

This easy chicken pot pie is a great recipe to have in your repertoire for when you need a comforting meal that your whole family will love. My kids request it at least once a month and I’m happy to oblige. I love the familiar, cozy flavors and that it is so simple to make!

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