Mini Chicken Pot Pies are the perfect way to use leftover cooked chicken to create a fun meal you can eat with your fingers!
I love making muffin tin meals. Whether creating fun and flavorful mini meatloaves, quiches, pot pies, mac and cheese cups, or shepherd’s pies, the recipes always turn out great. Smaller portions of traditionally larger entrées are a great way to control portions, add more variety to a meal, or speed cooking time. After all, a regular-sized chicken pot pie requires 30 to 60 minutes of baking time, depending on whether it’s fresh or frozen. These mini chicken pot pies require less than that, so dinner can be prepared quicker.
These mini pies are the perfect use for leftover cooked chicken. All you need is a bag of frozen mixed vegetables, refrigerated biscuit dough, sour cream (Greek yogurt will also work), some spices, and a can of cream of chicken soup. I’ve also used cream of mushroom and cream of celery soups in this recipe, and the results were equally delicious.
Chicken pot pie is one of the comfort foods that reminds us of our youth. It always smells so good when it’s baking, and these mini pot pies are no different. Luckily, when your family asks you how much longer until they’re ready, you can truthfully say in a few minutes.
The many ways to use your muffin tins
I’m getting more creative as I age. There was a time I only used muffin tins for muffins (typically blueberry ones). Then I started making egg bites in my mini tins. These were great for freezing and popping a few in the microwave on busy mornings. I’ve also turned my regular-size muffin tins upside down and used them to make taco bowls.
Only your imagination can hold you back with these versatile kitchen pans. Use them to make mini cheesecakes, baked oatmeal cups, hash brown cups, mini lasagnas, and spaghetti and meatball muffins. I’ve created fruit-filled pancake muffins, homemade peanut or almond butter cups, scones, and mini fruit pies. You can even bake Hard-Boiled Eggs In The Oven—and if you’ve never tried it, you’re in for a surprise at how good they turn out.
How do I store leftovers?
After letting your mini chicken pot pies cool to room temperature, refrigerate them in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Alternatively, you can wrap each one in plastic wrap and place them all in a zip-top bag. After chilling for a few hours, you can store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. They do not need defrosting. Reheat frozen pies in the microwave, wrapped in a paper towel, for 1-2 minutes.
Serving suggestions
These mini chicken pot pies go well with Mashed Butternut Squash, Air-Fryer Baby Potatoes, or Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus. Serve them with Strawberry Walnut Salad or delicious Olive Garden Salad. You can also add them to a buffet table alongside Avocado Deviled Eggs and Shrimp Cakes. However you serve them, stand back, and watch how fast they disappear.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked chicken, chopped
- 1 cup mixed frozen vegetables, peas, carrots, corn, and green beans, thawed
- 4 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 package refrigerated biscuit dough, with 10 biscuits
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- In a medium bowl, combine the chopped chicken, thawed vegetables, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Separate the biscuit dough into individual biscuits. Press each biscuit into the compartments of the muffin tin, pushing the dough up the sides to form a rim.
- Fill each dough-lined cup with approximately 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture.
- Bake the pot pies for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
- Let the mini chicken pot pies cool for a few minutes before taking them out of the tin. Serve warm.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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