The Easiest Chicken Pot Pie Recipe That Will Save Your Weeknight Sanity
Can we talk about chicken pot pie for a hot minute? Because I'm about to share the recipe that has literally saved me from the "what's for dinner?" meltdown more times than I can count.
You know that feeling when it's 4:30 PM and suddenly you realize you have absolutely nothing planned for dinner? Your kids are getting hangry, you're staring into the fridge like it might magically produce a meal, and takeout is starting to sound really, really good (again).
Well, friend, this easy chicken pot pie recipe is about to become your new best friend.
Why This Chicken Pot Pie Recipe Works for Busy Parents
Here's the thing about this recipe – it's not fancy, it's not Instagram-perfect, and it definitely doesn't require you to make pastry from scratch (thank goodness). What it IS is warm, comforting, and something your whole family will actually eat without complaints.
I've been making this chicken pot pie for years, and it never fails to hit the spot. Plus, it's one of those recipes where you can totally cheat with store-bought ingredients and nobody will judge you. In fact, I encourage it!
The Magic of This Easy Chicken Pot Pie
This isn't your grandmother's all-day cooking project. This is the "I need dinner on the table and I need it to be good" version of chicken pot pie. The whole thing comes together in about an hour, and most of that time is just waiting for it to bake while you collapse on the couch for five minutes.
What makes this recipe so parent-friendly:
Uses leftover chicken (hello, shortcut!)
Frozen vegetables (because fresh is great, but frozen is practical)
Store-bought pie crust (no shame in the convenience game)
Simple ingredients you probably already have
Easy Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
You'll need:
Pastry for 2-crust pie (store-bought is totally fine)
1/2 cup chopped onion
6 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups chicken broth
3 cups cubed cooked chicken (rotisserie or leftover chicken is your friend here)
1 10-ounce package frozen peas and carrots (cooked and drained)
Here's how to make it:
Start by preheating your oven to 425 degrees. Then cook that chopped onion in butter until it's nice and tender – this is where all the good flavor starts.
Next, you'll blend in the flour and salt. This part might look a little weird and clumpy, but stick with me. Add the chicken broth and keep cooking and stirring until everything gets thick and bubbly. It's like making the world's easiest gravy.
Now comes the fun part – add your chicken and those cooked peas and carrots. Heat everything until it's bubbly again. Pour this gorgeous mixture into your bottom pie crust, top it with the second crust, and pop it in the oven for 45 minutes.
That's it. Seriously.
Pro Tips from One Parent to Another
Rotisserie chicken is your secret weapon. I buy one every week and use it for everything. For this recipe, just pull the meat off and cube it up. Easy protein, done.
Don't skip cooking the frozen vegetables first. I know it's tempting to just dump them in frozen, but trust me on this one. A quick steam in the microwave does the trick.
Make extra filling. Sometimes I double the filling recipe and freeze half for another time. Future you will thank present you.
See All the Ingredients in Action
I made a quick video showing all the ingredients for this recipe because sometimes it's helpful to see exactly what you need before you start. You can check it out on my social media – Instagram and TikTok. It's a super simple ingredient list, but seeing it all laid out might make your grocery shopping easier!
Why We Love This Comfort Food Classic
There's something about chicken pot pie that just feels like a warm hug on a plate. Maybe it's the flaky crust, or the creamy filling, or just the fact that it's the kind of meal that makes everyone at the table happy.
This recipe has gotten me through busy weeknights, unexpected guests, and those days when I just want to make something that feels a little special without actually being complicated.
Make It Your Own
The best part about this chicken pot pie recipe? It's totally flexible. Got leftover turkey instead of chicken? Use it. Want to add some corn or green beans? Go for it. Prefer a different seasoning? Make it happen.
This is real-life cooking for real-life families. No perfection required.
The Bottom Line
If you're looking for an easy dinner recipe that actually tastes like you spent way more time on it than you did, this chicken pot pie is it. It's comfort food at its finest, and it's going to make your weeknight dinner rotation so much better.
Give it a try and let me know what you think! And remember – dinner doesn't have to be perfect, it just has to be done.
What's your go-to comfort food recipe when you need something easy but satisfying? Drop a comment and let me know!
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