Cozy Leftover Turkey Pot Pie Recipe Easy Comfort Dinner
A warm, hearty, and comforting pot pie made with leftover turkey, creamy filling, and flaky crust—perfect for post-holiday meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups leftover turkey, shredded or diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup frozen carrots
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Dried thyme, to taste
- Pie crust, enough for top and bottom
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish lightly.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk constantly for 1–2 minutes to create a smooth, golden roux.
- Gradually pour in the broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps, then add the cream. Let it simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the turkey, peas, carrots, and corn. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove from heat.
- Roll out one pie crust and fit it into the bottom of your pie dish. Trim any excess dough.
- Pour the turkey filling into the prepared crust. Roll out the second pie crust and lay it over the top. Crimp the edges to seal and cut a few small slits in the top for steam to escape.
- Optional: Brush the top crust with a beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake the pie for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let the pie rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
[‘Blind-bake the bottom crust for 5–8 minutes to prevent sogginess.’, ‘Customize the filling with mushrooms, green beans, or other veggies.’, ‘Cover crust edges with foil if they brown too quickly.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 25
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