Chicken Pot Pie Casserole

Chicken Pot Pie Casserole is a delicious dish made with chicken, bechamel sauce, chicken stock, shallots, mushrooms, yogurt, and puff pastry. It’s a tasty version of the classic chicken pot pie that your family will love eating and you’ll love making. 

What is Chicken Pot Pie Casserole? 

This chicken casserole can be made using just two pans and only has seven ingredients. It’s slightly different from the classic version but just as tasty. The puff pastry is used in place of pie dough and gives the dish a light and airy feel and texture. 

Homemade chicken pot pie is an easy recipe to make on a weeknight and can be cooked and ready to serve in just over an hour. It feeds up to six people and no one will be able to resist the puff pastry on top. If you want to learn how to make an irresistible casserole from scratch, there’s no mistaking that this is the best.

If you like this classic dish, then I recommend you also try our classic shepherd's pie casserole!

Ingredients: 

• 3 cups chicken, cooked and shredded: Gently poach the chicken in water just until it’s cooked all the way through. Allow it to cool, then shred it with two forks or tongs.  
• 1 ¼  cup bechamel sauce: This is found in jars next to the pesto and marinara sauce at the grocery store. 
• 1 cup chicken stock: Fresh chicken stock is best for this dish. For better flavor, you can also use organic broth in cartons from the grocery store.  
• 2-3 shallots: Finely dice the shallots so there aren’t any big chunks in the dish. 
• 8 cremini mushrooms: Wash and slice the mushrooms before using them. 
• 1 cup yogurt: This alternative to heavy whipping cream is creamy and just as tasty. 
• 1 sheet puff pastry: You can usually find puff pastry in the freezer section of the grocery store next to the cool whip and other frozen desserts. 

How to make chicken pot pie casserole: 

Video Recipe:

Here’s a brief overview of how to make this dish. See the recipe card below for the specific recipe instructions. 

1. Preheat the oven to 400F/210C.

2. Saute shallots with some olive oil for 2-3 minutes. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 10 minutes.

3. Add the shredded chicken, and pour in chicken stock and bechamel, wait until the sauce starts to bubble up, then cook for 10 minutes.

4. Mix in yogurt and transfer into a baking dish. Cover with a sheet of puff pastry, make slits in it, then brush with egg wash and bake for 40 minutes.

Tips for success: 

Here are a few tips for success and variations you can try to make this the best chicken pot pie casserole you've ever had.

• To make this casserole gluten-free, leave off the crust and sprinkle sliced almonds or chopped pecans instead. This also makes the dish keto-friendly.  
• Use Pillsbury or Bisquick brands for the puff pastry. They have proven to be the best flavor unless you make them at home. 
• You can use Campell’s cream of chicken soup in place of bechamel sauce if you can’t find it at the grocery store.  
• Rotisserie chicken is a great alternative to poaching chicken breasts if you don’t have the time or inclination.     

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Yield: 6 servings

Chicken Pot Pie Casserole

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Fall in love with the delicious chicken pot pie casserole that is loaded with rich sauce, tender chicken and topped with a puff pastry crust that is light and flaky! The classic comfort food meal!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 cups chicken, cooked and shredded
• 1 ¼ cup bechamel sauce
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 2-3 shallots
• 8 cremini mushrooms
• 1 cup yogurt
• 1 sheet puff pastry

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400F/210C.
2. Saute shallots with some olive oil for 2-3 minutes. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 10 minutes.
3. Add the shredded chicken, and pour in chicken stock and bechamel, wait until the sauce starts to bubble up, then cook for 10 minutes.
4. Mix in yogurt and transfer into a baking dish. Cover with a sheet of puff pastry makes it's in it, then brush with egg wash and bake for 40 minutes.

Notes

This can be made with chicken breasts, legs, thighs, or even a leftover rotisserie chicken.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 328Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 205mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 2gSugar: 9gProtein: 25g

FAQs:

Can I use a crockpot to make chicken pot pie?  

It’s easy to make this dish in a slow cooker. Simply combine all the ingredients in the bowl of the crockpot, except the pie dough, place the lid on, and cook on high for four hours. Before it’s done, bake the rolled-out pie dough for 10 minutes in the oven or until it’s golden brown. You can then break up the pieces and serve them with the chicken pot pie casserole.  

What’s the difference between a chicken pot pie and chicken and dumplings?  

These two dishes may seem interchangeable but they’re actually different. Chicken and dumplings are made by dropping small balls of fresh dough on top of the chicken filling and then baking. The dough puffs up into something like biscuits. Whereas, chicken pot pie is covered with a layer of pie dough and then baked.

What else can I top the chicken pot pie casserole with?   

Instead of using puff pastry, you can use pie dough, crescent rolls, or biscuit dough on top of the chicken dish. Each of these will taste a little different, but they’ll all be delicious.  

How to store:

Store any leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Reheat it in the microwave with 30-second increments until it’s hot all the way through. 

To freeze the entire casserole, wrap it in aluminum foil and plastic wrap. Label it with what it is, how to cook it, and the date. Labeling will help you remember later. Remember that if you cook it from frozen, it will take longer to cook in the oven without thawing first. Keep the foil on until the last 30 minutes of cooking so the top can brown.

More Easy Casseroles With Chicken

If you are looking for an easy weeknight meal using your favorite poultry, there are a ton to choose from. Casseroles make it easier every time and below are a few of my personal favorites that are filled with flavor and simple to prepare. Make sure that you bookmark these ideas, pin them to Pinterest, or print out the recipes to make soon.

• Chicken Poppyseed Casserole
• Mexican Chicken Casserole
• Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
• BBQ Spiced Chicken and Rice Casserole
• Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
• Chicken Stuffing Casserole
• Italian Chicken Casserole