Turkey Pot Pie with Stuffing Crust

Name: Turkey Pot Pie with Stuffing Crust
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 onion, chopped; 1 stalk celery, chopped; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 cups chicken broth; ½ cup heavy cream ((35%)); 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (at room temperature); 4 cups chicken or turkey (cooked, shredded ); 3 cups stuffing (cooked and cooled); 1 large egg (beaten)

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Turkey pot pie with stuffing crust is a delicious dish that's perfect for using up leftover Thanksgiving turkey. This turkey stuffing casserole is also delicious with rotisserie chicken, so you can make it any time of year!

Overhead photo of Turkey pot pie with stuffing crust on the table in a black bowl.

I love turkey with stuffing, but I'm not always in the mood to do all the work that goes along with it. When I'm in the mood for all that flavor but not all that work, I pull out this easy pot pie with stovetop stuffing crust. It's dee-licious.

This amazing Thanksgiving pot pie with stuffing crust is perfect for Thanksgiving leftovers or any time you have leftovers from an entire turkey or chicken.

You can call this wonderful turkey or chicken dinner a turkey stuffing casserole or whatever you want!

The bottom line is whether you use turkey or chicken to make a pot pie with stovetop stuffing you will not be disappointed.

Why You Will Love this Recipe

All the ingredients are comfort food so what's not to love?
It's an easy way to use up turkey leftovers with this turkey stuffing casserole recipe.
It's easy to make ahead and leftovers store and reheat great!

Ingredients You Need

You'll only need a few simple ingredients to make this recipe. I've listed the ones here that really make this recipe pop, but you can find the complete ingredient list along with quantities in the recipe card at the end of the post.

Ingredients to make turkey pot pie with stuffing on the counter.

Onion and celery: Sauteed in butter, these veggies layer in flavor for the turkey filling.
All-purpose flour: Used to thicken the sauce the chicken will cook in.
Chicken broth and heavy cream: The liquid to create the creamy sauce in the pot pie.
Peas and carrots: Use frozen peas and carrots for ease. Just be sure to thaw them out in advance.
Cooked chicken or turkey: Use leftovers, rotisserie chicken, or cooked and shredded chicken.
Stuffing: Use premade or leftover stuffing to make the pot pie topping!

How to Make Leftover Turkey and Stuffing Casserole

Cook the onions and celery until tender in an oven-safe skillet.
Add the flour and cook until light brown.

Adding the flour to the cooked vegetables.

Add the broth and cream and simmer until thickened.
Add the shredded turkey or chicken, peas and carrots, and stir to combine.

Adding the cream to the vegetables and flour mixture.

Turkey and veggies added to the skillet.

Combine prepared stuffing and egg, then mix together.
Roll it up into a ball and place it on a piece of parchment.
Top it with another piece of parchment paper and roll to flatten it into a circle big enough to cover the skillet.

Stuffing mixture in a bowl with egg on the side.

Spread out the turkey and vegetable mixture in the skillet.
Remove the top piece of parchment paper, flip the stuffing crust onto the pot pie, and then remove the other piece of parchment paper.

Turkey and veggie mixture ready in the skillet.

Turkey mixture is topped with stuffing crust.

7: Bake at 475 until golden brown.

Baked turkey pot pie with stuffing topping ready to serve.

Substitutions and Variations

No turkey? Leftover chicken, shredded rotisserie chicken, or diced ham work well.
Prefer it spicy? Add a teaspoon to a tablespoon of chili pepper flakes while combining the mixture to imbue heat into the dish. Sometimes I use a teaspoon of jalapeno powder, chipotle chili powder, or smoked jalapenos if in the mood.
No leftover stuffing? Just make Stovetop or your favorite brand. You will need about three cups total no matter what brand you use.
Don’t want peas and carrots? Use mixed vegetables, corn, or green beans as long as they total 1 cup.

If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this smoked chicken pot pie.

Storage

Refrigerator: Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make sure it is in an airtight container.

Freezer: Freeze in an air-tight, freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Cook from frozen or defrost overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Reheat: Warm up the pot pie in the oven in a covered dish at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes. Reheat single servings in the microwave at 50% power for 1-2 minutes.

Make Ahead: Make this recipe all the way to the end, then place the entire skillet wrapped in a double layer of plastic wrap and a layer of foil in the freezer. When ready to cook, thaw it out in the fridge overnight and then continue with baking. It may need to cook longer since it is cold.

You can also make the filling and stuffing a day in advance, then construct and bake the pot pie when ready to serve.

What to Serve with Turkey Pot Pie

Turkey stuffing casserole makes a one pot dish that's pretty much a meal on its own! I like to add a side salad or simple side to round out the meal such as one these from this list of what to serve with chicken pot pie.

It's also great with a sauce added such as this Instant Pot Cranberry Sauce or Cranberry Balsamic Sauce.

You could also serve up a basket of homemade dinner rolls or air fryer biscuits as a side!

Tips

Let the pot pie rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Place an empty baking sheet on the bottom rack of the oven just in case the pot pie leaks.
A 12-inch oven-safe skillet works best for this recipe.
A rolling pin is the best way to flatten your stuffing into a nice, flat crust.

Turkey stuffing casserole served up in a black bowl.

FAQ

I have no leftovers, can I make this pot pie from scratch?

Definitely. Buy a rotisserie chicken and clean and shred the meat until you have 3 cups. Buy one box of Stovetop stuffing and after preparing according to package directions refrigerate until needed and you're ready to start.

Can I make turkey casserole with stuffing without a cast iron pan?

You can definitely use a regular skillet and then bake this in a casserole dish if you’d prefer. Simply use a large non-stick skillet and follow the recipe as written, stopping to transfer the thickened filling to a greased casserole dish or deep dish pie crust before adding the stuffing on top and baking.

What kind of stuffing can I use?

You could use any kind of leftover stuffing or dressing you have on hand such as cornbread, cranberry, or sausage stuffing. Any flavor or kind will work.

Can I double the recipe?

You definitely can by using two skillets or a large skillet to cook the veggies and turkey filling then bake everything in a 9×13 baking dish.

Can I top leftover turkey casserole with mashed potatoes instead of stuffing crust?

Sure thing! Spread out dollops of mashed potatoes all over the top of your casserole, maybe a sprinkling of cheese if you want, and then bake until the cheese is melted and the potatoes are heated through.

More Leftover Turkey Recipes

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