If you asked us what the perfect comfort meal is, we’d have to say homemade chicken pot pie! Leftover cooked chicken and frozen mixed veggies swim together in a buttery, rich sauce. This tasty mixture gets tucked inside flaky pie pastry for a warm, delicious meal that’s great for weeknights and holiday dinners alike. With all these fantastic flavors and textures going on, you’ll get requests to serve this chicken pot pie often.

This easy chicken pot pie is one of our top-rated recipes—ever—and with good reason. It’s oh-so-simple to make and a great way to put holiday leftovers to use. (Need ideas for your big meal? We’ve got plenty of Christmas dinner recipes for you to try.

While this warm, hearty dish is especially comforting during cooler months, chicken pot pie is a year-round classic. Use up leftover chicken after a Thanksgiving feast or make a little extra the next time you prepare one of our chicken recipes. You’ll have a hot, homemade chicken pot pie ready to dive into in just over an hour!

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