12 Chicken Pot Pie Recipes to Satisfy Your Comfort Food Craving

Chicken Pot Pies
Photo: Blaine Moats

A classic chicken pot pie is pure family-friendly comfort food, but there are more ways to customize the dish than you might realize. Our best chicken pot pie recipes are loaded with savory flavors from veggies, chicken, and bubbly, creamy sauces. Topped with a variety of golden brown crusts, these chicken pot pies will have everyone going for seconds. Try one of these satisfying chicken pot pie recipes the next time the mood to soothe strikes.

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Chicken Pot Pie Soup

Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Jason Donnelly

Few things warm the soul quite like a bowl of soup, and this chicken pot pie soup recipe does just that. Filled to the brim with vegetables, chicken, noodles, and an array of spices, this recipe brings all your favorite flavors of chicken pot pie together in one pot. Finish by topping each bowl with store-bought biscuits and enjoy a tasty take on a family favorite.

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Gluten-Free Chicken Pot Pie

Gluten Free Chicken Pot Pie
Karla Conrad

Biscuits made with gluten-free flour mix top this classic chicken pot pie recipe. It's filled with all the staples like chicken, vegetables, and onions. When making this recipe, be sure to look for gluten-free broth, gluten-free spices, and gluten-free baking powder.

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Barbecue Chicken Pot Pie

Barbeque Chicken Pot Pie
Jacob Fox

Barbecue sauce gives this homemade chicken pot pie recipe an unexpected bold tang the whole family will love. Though smaller in size, these mini chicken pot pies are chock-full of sweet potatoes, tender chicken, and your barbecue sauce of choice. Bonus: Store-bought pastry crust will help you get dinner on the table in no time.

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Classic Chicken Pot Pie

Classic Chicken Pot Pie
Andy Lyons

Serve this family-style chicken pot pie casserole the next time you want to give everyone at the table a comfort food fix. Frozen veggies and canned cream of chicken soup help this recipe cut down prep time. Combine with flaky puff pastry and bites of flavorful chicken and you'll have a chicken pot pie that's sure to please.

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Skillet Chicken Pot Pie

Skillet Chicken Pot Pie
Jason Donnelly

Save yourself from the postmeal mess with this skillet chicken pot pie recipe. Fresh vegetables, chopped chicken, and creamy sauce topped with a flaky pastry topper or piecrust come together for a meal that will beat those midweek dinner blues. Our favorite part is you need only a single skillet for this chicken pot pie, making cleanup a breeze.

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Chicken Pot Pies

Chicken Pot Pies
Blaine Moats

These mini chicken pot pies are a great option if you're looking to impress at your next dinner party. Lean chicken breast, flaky puff pastry, and flavor from veggies and herbs create an irresistible taste, and the individual portions make serving a dream. Want to dress up this casual comfort dish? Pair them with dry white wine for a more sophisticated feel.

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Smashed Potato Chicken Pot Pie

Smashed Potato Chicken Pot Pie
Kritsada Panichgul

Skip the crust in this recipe and try making your next chicken pot pie with potatoes instead. Top the creamy chicken-and-vegetable filling of this pot pie with spoonfuls of buttery potatoes for a hearty dinner that's ready in under an hour. And if you're in a rush, use packaged mashed potatoes to reduce prep time.

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Chicken Pot Pie Stew

Chicken Pot Pie Stew
Karla Conrad

You can have this hearty chicken pot pie stew on the dinner table in under an hour. For busy weeknights, make the recipe ahead and freeze for up to one month. For a simple crust shortcut, we used purchased dough cut into shapes and baked.

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Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie

Slow-Cooker Chicken Pot Pie
Andy Lyons

If you don't have hours to spend on dinner, this slow cooker chicken pot pie recipe is for you. Take the stress out of this meal's prep by letting the pot pie filling simmer in your slow cooker throughout the day. When you're ready to serve, finish each bowl with a baked piecrust wedge to mimic the classic crunch of a chicken pot pie crust.

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Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Pot Pie

Creamy Chicken and Vegetable Pot Pie
Andy Lyons

In a recipe rut? Fresh pizza dough is the secret to this easy chicken pot pie recipe. This quick baked chicken dish uses frozen mixed vegetables, leftover chicken, and a jar of creamy Alfredo sauce to craft a meal that will liven up any weeknight.

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Chicken-and-Biscuit Pot Pie

Chicken-and-Biscuit Pot Pie
Carson Downing

Instead of the classic pastry crust, swap in fluffy homemade biscuits as a topping for this easy chicken pot pie recipe. In a rush, author Mark Bittman shares a quick dump-and-go variation. As one BHG reviewer raves, "My family absolutely loves this dish."

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One-Pot Barbecue Chicken Pot Pie

Barbecue Chicken Pot Pie in blue pot with spoon
Blaine Moats

Try adding sweet potatoes to this skillet chicken pot pie. Their sweetness is a perfect match for barbecue sauce and shredded chicken. Serve it straight from the oven with an extra drizzle of sauce.

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