Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies
๐ Description:
These Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies are savory, comforting, and perfect for quick dinners, potlucks, or family gatherings. Using simple pantry staples and a muffin tin, you can whip up these golden, flaky pies filled with creamy chicken and veggies in under 30 minutes. Kid-friendly and freezer-friendly too!
๐ Ingredients Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies
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2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or cubed)
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
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1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/4 tsp salt
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1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
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1 tbsp melted butter (for brushing, optional)
๐ฉโ๐ณ Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
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Flatten each biscuit and press into muffin cups, making sure it covers the bottom and sides.
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In a bowl, mix chicken, cream of chicken soup, vegetables, cheese, and seasonings.
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Spoon the mixture into each biscuit cup (about 2โ3 tbsp per cup).
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Bake for 18โ20 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
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Optionally, brush tops with melted butter right after baking for extra flavor.
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Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
๐ Notes:
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You can use leftover rotisserie chicken or even canned chicken in a pinch.
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If you donโt have cream of chicken soup, use a homemade white sauce or substitute with cream of mushroom soup.
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Works well with puff pastry or pie crust if biscuits aren’t available.
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๐ก Tips:
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Lightly flour your hands when flattening biscuit dough to prevent sticking.
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Add herbs like thyme or parsley for extra flavor.
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Freeze baked pot pies in airtight containers. Reheat in the oven at 350ยฐF for 10 minutes.
๐ฝ๏ธ Servings:
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Makes 8 mini pot pies (1 per biscuit).
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Serves 4 people (2 mini pot pies per serving).
ย ๐งพ Nutritional Info (per mini pie, approx.):
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Calories: 220
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Protein: 11g
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Carbohydrates: 20g
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Fat: 11g
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Fiber: 1g
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Sodium: 480mg
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Sugar: 2g
Values may vary based on brand of ingredients used.
โ Benefits:
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Quick & Easy โ Ready in under 30 minutes.
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Great for Meal Prep โ Make ahead and freeze.
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Kid-Approved โ Bite-sized and familiar flavors.
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Versatile โ Easily customize with other meats or veggies.
โQ&A:
Q: Can I make this vegetarian?
A: Yes! Substitute chicken with cooked mushrooms, tofu, or more veggies and use cream of mushroom or celery soup.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven or air fryer for best texture.
Q: Can I use homemade biscuit dough?
A: Absolutely. Just roll and cut to muffin-size rounds.
Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Use gluten-free biscuit dough and soup. Always check labels for hidden gluten in processed ingredients.