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Skillet Chicken Pot Pie

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by: Joanna Cismaru
03.16.19
Updated: 03.25.19

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This Skillet Chicken Pot Pie is the ultimate comfort food perfect for cold winter nights with a golden pastry crust and loaded with creamy chicken and veggies.

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Chicken Pot Pie

Traditional chicken pot pie with a homemade crust, while it tastes delicious, it takes a long time to make. But sometimes when I crave something as good as a chicken pot pie I don’t have the patience to wait a whole day till I make one. Which is why I love my skillet version!

There are so many different variations of chicken pot pie but it’s hard to beat my skillet version. It’s super easy to put together and you probably have all the ingredients already in your fridge or pantry. I wanted to make this version of chicken pot pie simple and turn it into something easy enough to put together on a busy weeknight, which is why I decided to make it in a skillet.

If you want to simplify this pot pie even further, feel free to use already cooked chicken, especially if you have leftover chicken. You could just buy a roast chicken and use the meat from it.

What Ingredients Are In Chicken Pot Pie

No matter how many versions of chicken pot pie there are, usually the main ingredients are chicken, carrots and peas in a creamy sauce then topped with either pie crust or puff pastry. Here’s what you’ll need for this recipe:

  • Olive oil
  • Onion
  • Celery
  • Chicken Breast
  • Salt & Pepper
  • Red Pepper Flakes
  • Fresh Thyme
  • Frozen Peas and Carrots
  • Potatoes
  • Cream of Mushroom Soup
  • Chicken Broth
  • Parsley
  • Puff Pastry Sheet
  • Egg

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How To Make Chicken Pot Pie

Saute the onion and celery in a little bit of olive oil in a large skillet. Cook the onion until it’s soft and translucent. Add the chicken breast, season it with salt, pepper, red pepper flakes and thyme. Cook for about 5 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink.

I also added some potatoes to it to make it a bit heartier and so this chicken pot pie is loaded with peas, carrots and potatoes. I used a can of cream of mushroom soup and some chicken broth. You can also make a roux with some butter and flour, then add some stock to make a creamy sauce. However, I thought cream of mushroom soup will add great flavors to this pie and also simplify the recipe a bit. The only thing I’d recommend is that if you like a creamier filling, I’d add 2 cans of cream of mushroom soup, only because the potatoes will soak up some of the liquid as they cook while the pie bakes.

Cover the skillet with a puff pastry sheet, brush it with some beaten egg and cut a couple slits in the center of the pie. Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown, at 350 F degrees.

Make Ahead Steps

You can definitely make this in steps if you wanted to. For example you could prepare the filling the day before, refrigerate it, then when ready to bake top it with the puff pastry and bake.

You could also transfer the pie filling into individual ramekins a day or so ahead of time. Cover them up and when ready to bake, top them with puff pastry and bake.

How Do You Store Leftover Chicken Pot Pie

If you have leftover chicken pot pie, transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Keep in mind that the crust will soften and it won’t be as crispy as when fresh out of the oven.

Can You Freeze Chicken Pot Pie

To freeze this, I would recommend freezing it before baking it, so after you add the puff pastry, cover it with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place it in the freezer. When ready to cook, remove from freezer, brush with the egg wash and place in the oven.

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Skillet Chicken Pot Pie

4.43 from 19 votes
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 1 hr 5 mins
Total: 1 hr 15 mins
Author: Joanna Cismaru
Serves: 6
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This Skillet Chicken Pot Pie is the ultimate comfort food perfect for cold winter nights with a golden pastry crust and loaded with creamy chicken and veggies.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 lb chicken breasts skinless boneless and chopped
  • ½ tsp salt or to taste
  • ¼ tsp pepper or to taste
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp thyme fresh
  • 2 cups frozen peas and carrots
  • 2 medium potatoes peeled and diced
  • 10 ½ oz cream of mushroom soup (1 can)
  • ½ cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 tbsp parsley fresh, chopped
  • 1 puff pastry sheet
  • 1 egg for egg wash
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350 F degrees.
  • Saute onion and celery: In a large skillet heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook for about 3 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
  • Add chicken and cook: Add the chicken to the skillet and stir. Season with salt, pepper, red pepper flakes and thyme then stir. Cook for another 5 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink.
  • Add frozen peas, carrots and potatoes: Add the frozen peas and carrots. Stir in the potatoes and cook for another 5 minutes. Add the cream of mushroom soup and chicken broth. Stir in the parsley.
  • Cover with puff pastry: Cover the skillet with the puff pastry sheet then tuck in the edges. Brush with egg wash, then cut a couple slits in the center of the pie.
  • Bake: Bake for 45 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
  • Slice and serve warm.

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Recipe Notes

I used a 10 1/2 inch skillet for this recipe.
This would also work in a 9 x 13 inch pan using the same baking instructions.
For a creamier filling go ahead and use 2 cans of cream of mushroom soup.
To freeze this, I would recommend freezing it before baking it, so after you add the puff pastry, cover it with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and place it in the freezer. When ready to cook, remove from freezer, brush with the egg wash and place in the oven.
To store leftovers, store in airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days max.
Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 475kcal (24%)Carbohydrates: 37g (12%)Protein: 23g (46%)Fat: 25g (38%)Saturated Fat: 6g (38%)Cholesterol: 68mg (23%)Sodium: 722mg (31%)Potassium: 660mg (19%)Fiber: 5g (21%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 595IU (12%)Vitamin C: 28.6mg (35%)Calcium: 55mg (6%)Iron: 4.6mg (26%)
Course:Main Course
Cuisine:American
Keyword:chicken pot pie, skillet chicken pot pie, skillet recipes
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  1. Jacqueline D. says

    December 13, 2020 at 2:40 pm

    5 stars
    This is my go to for chicken pot pie now quick and delicious!! Just love it!! Made it a few times, I make it with whatever leftover veggies I have and turns out great every time (also do it with just 1 can of cream of mushroom and to us it’s creamy enough. Thank you for the wonderful recipe.

    Reply
  2. Deborah says

    October 3, 2020 at 7:04 am

    5 stars
    Have made this recipe several times and absolutely love it!! You can change up the veggies and add fresh root vegetables in the fall! I’m wanting to take this to a friend who had surgery and was wondering if I can make the base ahead of time then put the pastry on once I’m ready to cook it for her. Would you warm up the base again before putting on the pastry?

    Reply
    • jo says

      October 3, 2020 at 9:00 am

      Absolutely!

      Reply
  3. Irene says

    March 18, 2019 at 5:59 am

    5 stars
    For freezing this I line my pan with plastic wrap then foil, fill with pie fillings and top with crust. Next I place in freezer, give the pie a couple of hours to get firm and then remove the entire pie and wrap from pan. It’s now shaped and ready for baking.
    I can use the pan for future use and the frozen pie is ready to pop in pan, removing plastic and foil and use the same pan pie was shaped in. Bake when ready.

    Reply
  4. Eric says

    November 7, 2018 at 12:57 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you so much! I’ve now made this 3 times and it’s a huge hit. Very easy to prepare and enjoy. I do prefer using two cans of mushroom soup. It’s creamier for sure!

    Reply
  5. Chris says

    October 21, 2018 at 10:24 pm

    5 stars
    OMG…I tried this tonight and everyone LOVED it! Absolutely no leftovers. The only thing I did different was I used an already cooked rotisserie chicken from the store. Thank you for sharing. I can’t wait to try the Shepherd’s Pie now.

    Reply
  6. Susan says

    July 23, 2017 at 9:50 am

    All of these skillet recipes look so good but do not work for me. I cannot handle a skillet due to arthritis in my fingers, thumbs and wrists on both hands. What type and size of dish do I use to bake this and will I need to adjust either temp or baking time? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Joanna Cismaru says

      July 23, 2017 at 10:23 am

      I would probably do everything in a 9×13 inch baking dish and bake everything at 350 for 45 minutes still. The chicken should have plenty of time to cook in the oven. You could also use precooked chicken if you wanted. Let me know how it turns out, if you try it.

      Reply
  7. Sarah says

    January 29, 2017 at 4:20 pm

    3 stars
    Whoops I forgot to add the bag of peas and carrots. Is it listed in the instructions?

    Reply
    • Joanna Cismaru says

      January 29, 2017 at 5:08 pm

      My bad, recipe has been fixed, it’s in step 4.

      Reply
  8. Sue says

    January 18, 2017 at 12:35 pm

    How much cooked chicken should I use. The receptive says 3 lb. and also 1 lb.?
    Maybe if you said how much in cups would be helpful
    Thanks

    Reply
    • Joanna Cismaru says

      January 18, 2017 at 2:24 pm

      Sorry about that, the recipe has been fixed, it’s supposed to be 3 cups of cooked chicken breasts, so about 1 lb.

      Reply
  9. Terri Dunning says

    December 13, 2016 at 9:15 am

    5 stars
    I made this one over this past weekend. Hubby gives it five stars! Would send a photo but I can’t seem to figure out how.

    Reply
    • Fenne Kieken says

      December 13, 2016 at 12:42 pm

      No worries Terri and so glad you and your husband tried it out and enjoyed it. Five stars! Thanks for commenting and being a part of the Jo Cooks community.

      Reply
  10. Sara @ Last Night's Feast says

    December 9, 2016 at 1:11 pm

    Just pinned this! Can’t wait to make it

    Reply
  11. ann says

    December 9, 2016 at 1:08 pm

    Thank you.

    Reply
  12. Michael Mills says

    December 9, 2016 at 11:08 am

    5 stars
    Love these skillet recipes. thank you.
    I am confused when you advise – “large” skillet.
    What size are you suggesting ?
    Width & Depth ?
    Thank you so much, Michael Mills

    Reply
    • Joanna Cismaru says

      December 9, 2016 at 4:54 pm

      Hi Michael, my skillet is 10 1/2 inches in diameter, so anything around that size should be good.

      Reply
  13. ann says

    December 9, 2016 at 8:00 am

    Hi Jo, what size skillet are you using? Great recipes.
    Thanks

    Reply
    • Joanna Cismaru says

      December 9, 2016 at 8:38 am

      Hi Ann,
      My skillet is 10 1/2 inches in diameter. You can find them pretty cheap anywhere, I think this one cost me about $20.

      Reply

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