Leftover Turkey Pot Pie

Name: Leftover Turkey Pot Pie
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Butter ⅓ cup; Onion ⅓ cup; All-purpose flour ⅓ cup; Seasoned salt ½ tsp; Fresh thyme 3 sprigs; Kosher Salt ½ tsp; Black pepper ½ tsp; Chicken broth 1 cup; Half-and-half ⅔ cup; Mixed vegetables 20 oz; Leftover turkey meat 2 cups; Pie crust 2; Eggs 1

the ultimate cozy dish

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55m
Serves 8
Medium
400 °F
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Ingredients

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	⅓ cup Butter
	⅓ cup Onion about ½ of a medium onion, finely diced
	⅓ cup All-purpose flour
	½ tsp Seasoned salt
	3 sprigs Fresh thyme 1 tsp leaves, or about ½ tsp dried thyme
	½ tsp Kosher Salt or more to taste
	½ tsp Black pepper freshly ground, or more to taste
	1 cup Chicken broth
	⅔ cup Half-and-half
	20 oz Mixed vegetables peas, corn and carrots; thawed
	2 cups Leftover turkey meat cooked, or chicken, chopped
	2 Pie crust store-bought or homemade
	1 Eggs lightly beaten, for egg wash

Nutritional information

458

Calories

28g

Fat

36g

Carbohydrates

16g

Protein

85mg

Cholesterol

749mg

Sodium

Cuisine:

American Recipes

Leftover Turkey Pot Pie recipe

Loaded with hearty vegetables and savory turkey, this easy Leftover Turkey Pot Pie recipe is a satisfying way to use up your leftover Thanksgiving turkey. There’s something inherently comforting about a pot pie, and when it’s filled with leftover turkey, it transforms into the ultimate unfussy, cozy dish. A creamy filling is tucked inside a flaky pie crust (store-bought is fine) and baked until golden and bubbly. With just a few simple steps, you can create a meal that warms the heart and brings a sense of nostalgia.

Start by melting the butter and sautéing the onions until soft, then create a creamy sauce with flour, seasonings, half-and-half, and chicken broth, thickening it to a luscious consistency. Stir in the cooked turkey and mixed vegetables before transferring the filling to a crust-lined pie pan. Top with a second crust and seal the edges. Bake the turkey pot pie until golden brown, then cool for a few minutes before serving. This is delicious served either warm or at room temperature.

To make the Leftover Turkey Pot Pie, you will need the following ingredients:

Steps to make Leftover Turkey Pot Pie

1
Preheat oven
Preheat the oven to 400 °F.
2
Melt butter and cook onion
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Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add ⅓ cup butter and let it melt, then add ⅓ cup diced onion. Stir and cook for about five minutes until the onions are soft and translucent.
3
Add flour and seasonings
2

Add in ⅓ cup flour, ½ teaspoon seasoned salt, 1 teaspoon thyme leaves, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper and stir to combine. Cook, constantly stirring, for 2 minutes.
4
Prepare creamy sauce
5

Alternate pouring in a small amount of ⅔ cup half-and-half and 1 cup chicken broth a little bit at a time, stirring after each addition. The mixture will be very thick at first but will smooth out. Bring to a boil over medium heat, constantly whisking, and simmer for 1 minute until the sauce has a thick gravy-like consistency.
5
Add turkey and vegetables
1

Add in 2 cups turkey and 20 ounces thawed mixed vegetables and stir to combine. Remove from the heat. Taste and adjust for salt and black pepper if needed.
6
Line pie dish with crust
2

Line an 8 or 9-inch pie dish with one of the packaged pie crusts, making sure to push it into the corners of the dish.
7
Add filling
1

Add in the turkey mixture and smooth out the top.
8
Cover with another pie crust
3

Place the second pie crust on top and pinch the sides together to create a seal. Form pie edges. Using a sharp knife, cut slits on the top of the pie crust. Brush the top with lightly beaten egg.
9
Bake
35

Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Allow the turkey pot pie to cool for about 15 minutes before cutting into it.
10
Serve

Slice and serve! Leftovers will keep well in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat as desired.

Leftover turkey? Make this Leftover Turkey Pot Pie! This easy recipe combines hearty vegetables and savory turkey in a creamy filling, all encased in a flaky crust, making it a comforting and nostalgic dish perfect for using leftover Thanksgiving turkey. Have you tried this recipe? Let us know how it went by leaving us a comment below.

About the author

Jeff O'connor

Jeff is a 38-year-old bachelor who prefers not to waste his time on salads and light meals. He’s a true carnivore who knows how to enjoy food to the max! Jeff will tell you how to cook rich and filling meals from scratch, bringing some real meaty decadence to your kitchen. His recipes are sure to satisfy every meat lover!