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    Home » Recipes » Main Courses

    Turkey Pot Pie with Stuffing Crust

    Published: Nov 8, 2022 · Modified: Jan 4, 2023 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. 10 Comments

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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

    1. Cook the onions and celery until tender in an oven-safe skillet.
    2. Add the flour and cook until light brown.
    Vegetables cooking in a skillet.
    Adding the flour to the cooked vegetables.
    1. Add the broth and cream and simmer until thickened.
    2. 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.
    1. Combine prepared stuffing and egg, then mix together.
    2. Roll it up into a ball and place it on a piece of parchment.
    3. 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.
    Stuffing rolled up into a ball.
    Stuffing is rolled flat on parchment.
    1. Spread out the turkey and vegetable mixture in the skillet.
    2. 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

    Do you like leftover turkey recipes? Here are some of my easy favorite recipes you may also like to try.

    • Slow Cooker Turkey Bolognese
    • Turkey or Chicken Apple Brie Sandwich or Wrap
    • Turkey Club Wrap

    Video: See How to Make This Recipe


    Turkey pot pie in a skillet with stuffing topping.

    Turkey Pot Pie with Stuffing Crust

    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!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 582 kcal

    Equipment

    • oven safe skillet
    • Measuring cups and spoons
    • Sharp knife
    • cutting board
    • wooden spoon
    • large bowl
    • Parchment paper
    • Rolling Pin

    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

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your oven to 475 degrees.
    • Grab an oven safe skillet and place it on an element over medium high heat. Add butter and wait for it to melt.
    • Next, cook onion and celery until tender. No more then 5 minutes. 
    • Stir in flour and cook until a light brown color. Around 1 minute or so.  
    • Add broth and cream and simmer until it thickens, about 7 minutes.  
    • Add shredded chicken or turkey and the peas and carrots.  Stir until coated and evenly distributed throughout.  
    • Combine stuffing with the egg in large bowl. Mix until blended.  I usually use my hands to do this.  I find it much quicker.  
    • Tear off two pieces of parchment paper and place stuffing in between the two sheets.  Using a rolling pin flatten the stuffing so it is large enough to cover the top of your skillet. Try and make the stuffing into a circle.  Remove top piece of parchment paper and flip on top of your full skillet.  Mine is never perfect, just do your best.  Feel free to cut stuffing in half and then flip it on top.  Whatever you think is easier.  Make sure that all of the stuffing is inside your skillet and not hanging over when you are baking it in the oven. 
    • Bake until stuffing is a beautiful golden brown color and crisp, around 15 minutes.  Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    • 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.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 582kcalCarbohydrates: 73gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 106mgSodium: 1545mgPotassium: 470mgFiber: 4gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 2078IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 5mg
    Keyword leftover turkey recipe, turkey pot pie with stuffing crust, turkey stuffing casserole
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    This post was originally published July 2017. It has been updated with new content and images.

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    Comments

    1. Candice

      November 28, 2022 at 12:32 pm

      5 stars
      The turkey pot pie was great for using up our turkey from thanksgiving. My family loved it so much that they want to know the secret on how to make it. So we gave them the recipe. This recipe is a keeper. We will be making it for years to come. Thx for sharin

      Reply
      • Karin and Ken

        December 03, 2022 at 11:43 pm

        I feel the exact same way about this fabulous recipe. We make it all year round. Glad you think it’s delicious too. You made my day. Take care and all the best. Karin

    2. Marla

      November 27, 2022 at 11:35 pm

      Can you make ahead and let set overnight and bake the next day?

      Reply
      • Karin and Ken

        November 28, 2022 at 8:54 am

        You can prepare everything but the stuffing crust on top. Remove pie from fridge about 30 minutes before baking. While it sits on counter coming to room temperature prepare the stuffing top. If stuffing top is refrigerated overnight it becomes too soggy and the end result is not as nice as it should be. Add stuffing top and bake as directed or a few minutes longer to make sure filling is hot. I hope this helps. All the best. Karin

    3. Mira

      November 26, 2022 at 3:37 pm

      5 stars
      I think we enjoyed this more then our turkey dinner It tasted great Were using up the rest of our leftover turkey to make another pie tomorrow My brother in law and his family are going to live it too. Thx for a great recipe Happy holidays ❤️❤️❤️

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      • Karin and Ken

        November 28, 2022 at 8:55 am

        I love this recipe too. Glad you’re enjoying it! All the best. Karin

    4. Sandra

      November 12, 2022 at 6:28 pm

      5 stars
      THIS RECIPE IS INCREDIBLE!!! The best we’ve ever had Thank you for sharing a keeper! This recipe is already in our regular rotation with chicken or Turkey It matters not This pot pie is so good I hope everyone tries this Thx KD ❤️❤️❤️

      Reply
      • Karin and Ken

        November 12, 2022 at 6:38 pm

        Thank you for your kind words I’m so happy you enjoy this recipe as much as we do. Thank you for taking the time to let me know! You made my day. I can’t wait to hear what you think about any recipes you try! Take care. Karin

    5. Jill

      November 09, 2022 at 7:25 am

      5 stars
      Made this recipe several times now and what a hit it always is. I’m always asked for the recipe every time I believe I served it and it is comfort food at its finest. One of our favourite recipes now I wanted to thank you for a dinner winner as my husband says. Thank you for sharing

      Reply
      • Karin and Ken

        November 09, 2022 at 7:45 am

        I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed this recipe as much as we do! Total comfort food we make this recipe regularly too. Especially when I feel like turkey and stuffing! Thank you for making my day! All the best. Karin

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