This Easy Turkey Pot Pie is a great way to use up holiday turkey. It takes just a few ingredients and is done in under an hour. Homemade turkey pot pie is sure to be a cozy hit in your family!
There is nothing like a warm and cozy meal on a cold winter day. Two family favorites are my Shepherds Pie Casserole and my Cornbread Chili Pie. They are warm, comforting and satisfying.
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Why this Easy Turkey Pot Pie Recipe is a Keeper
This hearty recipe is perfect for leftovers, and is quick and stress-free for making after the holidays. Even your picky eaters will like this.
- Uses Leftovers Beautifully: Shredded turkey and frozen veggies get a second life in this creamy, craveable dish.
- Quick and Easy: Ready in under an hour with simple ingredients and minimal prep.
- Crowd-Pleasing: Flaky crust, creamy filling, and classic herbs make this a hit with all ages.
- Flexible: Works with store-bought or homemade crust, and adapts to what you have on hand.
How Do I Prevent a Soggy Bottom Crust?
To help prevent a soggy crust, you can prebake the bottom crust for a few minutes.
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Ingredients in Turkey Pot Pie
This recipe uses only a few simple ingredients you may already have, or can grab in one quick trip to the store.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Pre-Made Pie Crusts: Use store-bought pie crust, or make your favorite pie crust recipe.
- Cooked Turkey: Use cooked, shredded roast turkey to make this chicken pot pie. This recipe is great for using up Thanksgiving leftovers.
- Vegetables: You will need a bag of frozen vegetables and a diced onion.
Variations and Substitutions for Leftover Turkey Recipe
This recipe is so easy to change up. I like to experiment with ingredients to make a new version.
- Veggies: Use thawed frozen mixed vegetables, or add leftover peas, green beans, or corn.
- Crust: Try puff pastry, biscuit topping, or mashed potatoes for a shepherd’s pie twist.
- Herbs: Sage, rosemary, or poultry seasoning add depth. Use what you love.
- Broth: Turkey broth adds richness, but chicken or veggie broth work too.
Special Equipment Needed for this Easy Recipe
A specific piece of equipment can sometimes make all the difference when baking. You can use a pie shield to cover your 9-inch pie to keep it from getting too brown.
- Meat Thermometer: Use a meat thermometer to accurately read how warm the inside of the pie is.
How to Make Turkey Pot Pie
This recipe comes together in just 3 easy to follow steps. This turkey and vegetable pie so easy and delicious, I come back to them again and again.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Cook the Onions: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion in the melted butter until fragrant and translucent, then stir in the flour.
- Make the Pot Pie Filling: Mix in the All Purpose Seasoning, thyme, salt and pepper. Pour in the half-and-half and the chicken broth, alternating between them. Then, mix in the turkey.
- Assemble Pot Pie: Place one of the crusts in the pie dish. Evenly spread the turkey mixture into the bottom of the crust. Brush an egg mixture on the other crust, place it on top and crimp the edges.
- Bake the Pot Pit: Use a sharp knife to vent the top crust. Bake in a preheated oven until crust is golden brown. Let rest before serving.
Prep Suggestions to Make Turkey Pot Pie Ahead of Time
To streamline your baking process, there are some ways you can prep this leftover turkey pot pie in advance.
- Filling: Prepare the pie turkey filling up to 2 days ahead and refrigerate.
- Vegetables: Chop veggies and aromatics in advance for faster assembly.
- Whole Pie: Assemble the pie and refrigerate unbaked for up to 24 hours, just bake when ready.
Alternate Cooking Methods for Pie Crust and Pie Dough
Turn this delicious turkey pot pie into individual servings, or use a mashed potato top. This recipe is the perfect way to use up leftovers.
- Mini Pot Pies: Use ramekins for individual servings. Great for portion control or entertaining.
- Biscuit Topping: Skip the crust and spoon biscuit dough on top before baking.
- Mashed Potato Crust: Use just one pie crust, and spread leftover mashed potatoes over the filling and bake until golden.
How to Store, Reheat and Use Leftovers
- Store: Keep leftovers loaded with turkey and veggies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Warm in the oven at 300°F or microwave individual slices.
- Use leftovers: Turn extra filling into hand pies, soup base, or serve over rice or toast
Common Questions About Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey Pie
Yes leftover roast turkey pot pie can be frozen. Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Make ahead and have whenever you want to thaw, reheat and enjoy.
Yes. Replace the butter and half-and-half with plant based alternatives.
Expert Recipe Tips for Making Pot Pie
- Brush Crust with Egg Wash: Adds shine and helps seal the edges.
- Cut Slits in the Top Crust: Allows steam to escape and prevents sogginess.
- Let it Rest: Cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing to help the filling set.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle cheddar or Parmesan on top before baking for extra flavor.
- Make it Mini: Use muffin tins, mini pie pans or ramekins for individual servings; great for meal prep or kids.
- Serve With: Serve with Turkey Gravy from the Drippings, Corn Chicken Noodle Soup or Cowboy Cornbread Casserole.
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Easy Turkey Pot Pie
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Ingredients
- ½ cup Butter, 1 stick or 8 Tablespoons
- ½ Onion, diced
- ⅓ cup Flour
- ½ teaspoon All Purpose Seasoning Blend
- 3 sprigs Thyme, leaves separated from stem
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- ⅔ cup Half and half
- 20 ounces Mixed vegetables, thawed
- 2 cups Turkey, shredded
- 2 Pie crusts
- 1 Egg , beaten
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400℉.
- Melt butter in skillet on medium high.
- Add in your onions. Mix and cook for about 5 minutes to soften the onions. Once they become translucent, add in your flour.
- Mix in your All Purpose Seasoning, thyme, salt and pepper. Continue to mix until everything is incorporated with your flour. It should look thick.
- Alternate pouring in a small amount of your half-and-half, and chicken broth. Continue to do this until your broth and half-and-half are gone.
- Add in your turkey, and mix together until fully incorporated.
- Place one pie crust on the bottom of your pie pan. Pour in your turkey pot pie mixture. With the back of a spoon smooth out the pot pie mixture so that it is even in the pie pan.
- Beat your egg in a small separate bowl. With a brush, brush your egg mixture over the remaining crust to create a seal. Place the other crust on top and pinch together the sides of your pot pie.
- Using a sharp knife cut lines in the top of your pie crust to vent. Brush more egg on top of the crust on the side as well as the center of the cross.
- Place your pie in the oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the crust is lightly brown.
- Allow your pie to cool for about 15 minutes before cutting into it.
Christina’s Notes
- Different Toppings: Enhance your pot pie with leftover mashed potatoes or biscuits on top for added texture and flavor.
- Cheese: Add a burst of flavor by sprinkling cheddar or sharp Parmesan cheese on top of your pot pie.
- Individual Servings: Make mini pot pies in individual ramekins for a charming and convenient twist on this classic recipe.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
This is delicious Fall comfort food and a fabulous way to use leftover turkey. Your House Seasoning Blend really makes it!