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Creamy Turkey Pot Mini Pies

Creamy Turkey Pot Mini Pies for Cozy Nights In

Experience the comforting flavors of Creamy Turkey Pot Mini Pies, perfect for cozy nights in or festive gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 pies
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • Mini Pie Crust Store-bought for convenience
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded cooked turkey Can substitute with leftover chicken or beef
  • 1 cup Diced carrots Alternates include peas or sweet corn
  • 1 cup Peas Can swap with green beans
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Low-fat cream works well for a lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Margarine can be used if preferred
  • 1 medium Diced onion Shallots can be a milder alternative
  • Herbs (Thyme, Parsley) Experiment with other herbs like rosemary for variety
  • Salt Essential for seasoning, adjust to taste
  • Pepper Essential for seasoning, adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • Pie Dish or Muffin Tin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Sauté 1 diced onion and 1 cup of diced carrots for about 5 minutes, until tender. Stir in 2 cups of shredded cooked turkey and 1 cup of peas, then pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and add fresh thyme and parsley. Season with salt and pepper, allowing to simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out your mini pie crust on a floured surface. Cut out circles for mini pie dishes or muffin tins, lining each with crust.
  3. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the filling into each crust, leaving a small border to prevent overfilling.
  4. Cover each pie with another round of crust, crimping the edges to seal. Cut a small 'X' on top for steam to escape.
  5. Bake mini pies on a baking sheet for 30 minutes or until golden brown. They are ready when crusts are browned and filling is bubbling.
  6. Let the pies cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allowing the turkey mixture to cool slightly prevents a soggy crust. Ensure not to overfill mini pies; this helps avoid messy spills. Cut an 'X' on top for proper steam release, keeping the crust flaky. Unbaked pies can be frozen for up to a month and baked from frozen, adding extra time as needed.

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