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Our poultry-per-capita ratio this Thanksgiving is ambitious, and I have Great Big Delicious plans for the leftover turkey, starting with this from-scratch Turkey Pot Pie!
Leftovers are one of my absolute favorite parts of Thanksgiving—one meal just isn’t enough to fully appreciate the feast!
While some leftovers you can catch me munching straight from the refrigerator in my PJs (ahem, Glazed Sweet Potatoes and Sweet Potato Pie), others deserve a little extra TLC, and the turkey is no exception.
Yes, yes we all love a good leftover Thanksgiving turkey sandwich, but this year I have my eye on an old-fashioned turkey pot pie.
5 Star Review
“This is an amazing way to use leftover turkey, and the recipe is so forgiving and so easy to make our own.”
— Cecilia —
Pot pie is one of Ben’s favorite dishes (and let’s be honest—he’s not the only one in our marriage that has strong feelings for it).
This easy turkey pot pie recipe is a new favorite because (like many Well Plated recipes) it puts a lightened-up twist on favorite homestyle dishes without skimping on flavor.
How to Make Turkey Pot Pie
Forget turkey pot pie with cream of chicken soup or heavy cream! No need here.
This easy leftover turkey pot pie requires neither, yet still features a rich and savory (but healthier) gravy that comes together in minutes.
Tip!
To keep pot pie healthy, use just one crust on top, versus a crust on the top and bottom. It keeps the pot pie more low calorie, and I actually think it tastes better this way.
The filling can shine and the bottom crust tends to get soggy anyway. Honestly, you won’t miss it! Even Ben agrees.
The Ingredients
- Leftover Turkey. Finally, an exciting way to repurpose all that leftover turkey! It tastes wonderful in the pot pie and provides lean protein.
- Fresh Herbs. Parsley, thyme, and sage are the cozy herb dream team. They perfectly complement the turkey and can stand up to the richness of the filling.
- Shallot + Celery. Along with the herbs, these two help build the flavors for our easy turkey pot pie.
- Frozen Mixed Vegetables. My favorite freezer-staple shortcut. Using a blend of frozen peas, carrots, and green beans saves so much time when prepping the ingredients.
- Broth + Bouillon. For a richly-flavored, gravy-like filling. You can use either chicken or turkey broth and bouillon.
- Cornstarch. Helps thicken the pot pie filling.
- Pie Crust. The all-important, flaky goodness that tops this delicious turkey pot pie. See my favorite pie crust recipe and crust alternatives in the “Topping Turkey Pot Pie” section below.
The Directions
- Sauté the shallot and herbs.
- Add the celery.
- Stir in the frozen vegetables, broth, and seasoning. Bring to a boil, then let simmer.
- Add the turkey.
- Mix the remaining broth and cornstarch together, then pour the mixture into the skillet.
Thickening Turkey Pot Pie
- You can thicken your turkey pot pie by adding the cornstarch and broth mixture called for in this recipe. The cornstarch will help thicken the filling as it cooks.
- You can also let your filling simmer a few minutes longer on the stovetop to allow it to further reduce and thicken.
- Transfer to a pie dish. Place the crust on top.
- Coat the crust in an egg wash, then bake at 400 degrees F for 25 to 35 minutes. DIG IN!
Topping Turkey Pot Pie
This easy turkey pot pie filling can be topped in a variety of yummy ways:
- Biscuits. Take a note from this cozy Chicken and Biscuits and top your turkey pot pie with biscuits. Try my go-to easy Drop Biscuits and bake until the biscuits are golden and cooked through. You also could opt for a turkey pot pie using Bisquick (consult the mix for details).
- Puff Pastry. A flaky, ultra-delicious option. For turkey pot pie with puff pastry, swap the pie crust for a sheet of thawed puff pastry; bake as directed.
- Homemade Pie Crust. The absolute cream of the crop when you want to take a little extra time to cook from 100% scratch. I used my favorite Darn Good Whole Wheat Pie Crust for my turkey pot pie crust.
- Store-bought Pie Crust. No shame in the store-bought pie crust game! After all, you just completed a marathon day of Thanksgiving cooking, so go ahead and take a shortcut. You’ve earned it!
Wine Pairing
Pair your turkey pot pie with a crisp Chardonnay or dry Riesling. For a red wine option, choose a dry Pinot Noir.
Storage Tips
- To Store. Refrigerate pot pie in an airtight storage container for up to 4 days.
- To Freeze. Store pot pie in an airtight, freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- To Reheat. Rewarm leftovers in a pie dish in the oven at 350 degrees F.
Make-Ahead Tip
To Make Ahead and Freeze. Let the filling cool completely in the pie dish before adding the crust. Top with crust, then flash freeze for 1 to 2 hours, then cover each tightly with plastic wrap or transfer carefully to zip-top plastic bags. To cook, remove from the freezer, brush the pie crusts with egg wash, and place on a baking sheet. Bake at 400 degrees F for 50 to 55 minutes (for mini pies; otherwise 1 single pie will need a little longer), or until golden and heated through in the center.
What to Serve with Turkey Pot Pie
Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe
Ceramic Pie Dish
Perfect for both dessert-style pies and savory pies like this pot pie. Can safely go in the microwave, freezer, and dishwasher.
Turkey pot pie is a delicious way to extend your turkey food coma into the long Thanksgiving weekend!
Frequently Asked Questions
I have not made this recipe using canned vegetables. I don’t know that I would recommend this swap since the vegetables are likely to become mushy, and their added sodium content may make the filling taste too salty.
Yes! This healthy turkey pot pie recipe is made without cream or highly processed condensed canned soups. Each serving has just over 500 calories, less than 20 grams of fat, and it offers servings of lean protein and vegetables.
Sure! You can easily adapt this recipe and bake mini turkey pot pies in ramekins as opposed to a traditional 9-inch pie plate. I’ve included directions for both options in the recipe card below. Enjoy!
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large shallot chopped
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
- 2 small celery stalks chopped
- 5 ounces frozen mixed vegetables
- 2 1/4 cups turkey or chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon chicken or turkey bouillon
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 cups small-diced leftover cooked turkey breast skin removed*
- 2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 prepared pie crust – dairy free if needed (I used my favorite whole wheat pie crust)
- 1 large egg beaten
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Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly coat 4 mini pie dishes (for mini pies) or 1, 9-inch regular pie dish with nonstick spray.
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In a large, deep nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. When the pan is hot, add the shallot, parsley, thyme, and sage and cook until almost soft and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
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Add the celery and cook until the vegetables are soft, 3 to 5 minutes.
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Add the frozen mixed vegetables, 2 cups broth, the bouillon, salt, and black pepper, and bring to a boil. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the flavors meld.
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Add the turkey.
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Meanwhile, combine the remaining 1⁄4 cup broth with the cornstarch in a bowl and mix well to dissolve. Add to the skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring until thickened, 4 to 6 minutes.
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Remove from the heat and transfer to the prepared pie plate(s). Place the plate(s) on a sheet pan to catch any drips.
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Roll out the pie crust to be slightly larger than your dish (if cooking mini pies, cut out 4 rounds slightly larger than the pie plates). Place the crust over the turkey filling. Crimp the edges or fold over the edge of the pie plate. Poke holes in the top of the dough with a thin, sharp knife.
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Brush the crust with the egg and immediately bake on the sheet pan for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is hot and bubbly.
- TO MAKE AHEAD: Freeze the pot pies without the egg wash: let the filling cool completely in the pie dish before adding the crust. Top with crust, then flash freeze for 1 to 2 hours, then cover each tightly with plastic wrap or transfer carefully to zip-top plastic bags. To cook, remove from the freezer, brush the pie crusts with egg wash, and place on a baking sheet. Bake at 400 degrees F for 50 to 55 minutes (for mini pies; otherwise 1 single pie will need a little longer), or until golden and heated through in the center.
- TO STORE: Refrigerate pot pie in an airtight storage container for up to 4 days.
- TO REHEAT: Rewarm leftovers in a pie dish in the oven at 350 degrees F.
- TO FREEZE: Store pot pie in an airtight freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- *You can also make this recipe with chicken; see How to Cook Shredded Chicken for an easy method.
- Recipe from Skinnytaste Meal Prep by Gina Homolka; used with permission from the publisher.
Serving: 1(of 4)Calories: 516kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 59gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 189mgPotassium: 299mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2208IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 98mgIron: 6mg
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