Description
This comforting Turkey Pot Pie with Biscuits is a perfect way to use up leftover turkey. Featuring a creamy filling of turkey, peas, and carrots, topped with golden canned biscuits, it’s an easy and satisfying dinner that comes together in under an hour.
Ingredients
Filling
- 3 tbsp butter
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3 tbsp flour
- 1 ¾ cups chicken stock
- ½ cup half cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 ½ cups cooked turkey, chopped (leftover turkey works great)
- 9oz frozen peas and carrots, thawed
Topping
- 8 canned biscuits
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to ensure it's ready for baking the pot pie once the filling is prepared.
- Cook Onions: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and cook until tender and translucent, about 3-5 minutes, which builds a flavorful base for the filling.
- Add Flour: Sprinkle the flour over the cooked onions and stir well, coating the onions to form a roux that will thicken the filling.
- Add Liquids and Seasoning: Gradually pour in the chicken stock while stirring to avoid lumps. Then add the half cream, garlic powder, and dried thyme. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Simmer and Season: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preference, ensuring the filling is well-flavored.
- Add Turkey and Vegetables: Stir in the chopped cooked turkey along with the thawed peas and carrots. Let the mixture simmer for about 3 minutes or until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9-inch baking dish to prevent sticking, then transfer the turkey and vegetable filling into it, spreading evenly.
- Add Biscuits: Place six whole biscuits evenly on top of the filling. Cut the remaining two biscuits into smaller pieces to fill any gaps on the surface, creating an even biscuit layer.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the biscuits are puffed up and golden brown on top.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Serve warm for a hearty and cozy meal.
Notes
- Using leftover roast turkey makes this recipe quick and easy, but freshly cooked turkey works well too.
- You can substitute frozen mixed vegetables if peas and carrots are unavailable.
- For a richer filling, you can substitute half cream with heavy cream or whole milk depending on preference.
- To save time, premade biscuit dough makes topping this pot pie effortless.
- This recipe can be doubled to serve a larger group by using a bigger baking dish and additional biscuits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
