Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies Recipe

These Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies are the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights, family dinners, meal prep, or parties. Made with flaky refrigerated biscuit or pie dough, a creamy chicken and vegetable filling, and baked until golden brown, these handheld pot pies are simple to make and incredibly satisfying.
Using rotisserie chicken and frozen mixed vegetables keeps this recipe quick and convenient while still delivering that classic homemade chicken pot pie flavor everyone loves.
Whether you’re serving them for dinner, lunch, or as a party appetizer, these mini pot pies are guaranteed to disappear fast!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in about 35 minutes
- Perfect for meal prep
- Kid-friendly
- Great use for leftover chicken
- Crispy, flaky crust
- Freezer-friendly
- Easy beginner recipe
- Perfect individual portions
What Are Mini Chicken Pot Pies?
Mini chicken pot pies are individual-sized versions of the classic comfort food. Instead of making one large pie, the creamy chicken filling is baked inside muffin tins using biscuit dough or pie crust, creating portable, perfectly portioned pot pies with a golden flaky crust.
Ingredients

For the Filling
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- ½ cup diced onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Crust
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits) or refrigerated pie crust
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
Kitchen Equipment
- Muffin pan
- Mixing bowls
- Medium saucepan
- Rolling pin (optional)
- Pastry brush
- Measuring cups and spoons
How to Make Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies
Step 1: Prepare the Filling
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
Add diced onions and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
Sprinkle in the flour and cook for one minute while stirring constantly.
Slowly whisk in chicken broth and milk until smooth.
Cook until thickened.
Stir in:
- Shredded chicken
- Mixed vegetables
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Thyme
- Salt
- Pepper
Remove from heat and allow the filling to cool slightly.
Step 2: Prepare the Crust
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a standard muffin pan.
Flatten each biscuit into a 4-inch circle or cut circles from pie crust.
Press each dough round into the muffin cups, making sure it comes up the sides.

Step 3: Fill the Cups
Spoon the chicken mixture evenly into each prepared crust.
Fill almost to the top but avoid overfilling.
Step 4: Add the Top Crust
Cut smaller dough circles or strips for the tops.
Seal the edges gently.
Mix the egg with water and brush over each pie for a shiny golden finish.
Cut a tiny slit in each top crust to allow steam to escape.

Step 5: Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes until the crust is deep golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Cool for about 5 minutes before removing from the muffin pan.
Serve warm.

Tips for Perfect Mini Chicken Pot Pies
- Let the filling cool before adding it to the dough.
- Avoid overfilling to prevent spills.
- Brush with egg wash for a bakery-style finish.
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Grease the muffin pan well for easy removal.
Recipe Variations
Cheesy Chicken Pot Pies
Mix in:
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Turkey Pot Pies
Replace the chicken with leftover turkey.
Biscuit Topped
Use biscuit dough for a fluffy crust.
Puff Pastry Version
Use puff pastry for an extra flaky finish.
Herb Lovers
Add fresh parsley, rosemary, or sage.
What to Serve with Mini Chicken Pot Pies
- Caesar salad
- Garden salad
- Roasted broccoli
- Green beans
- Mashed potatoes
- Fresh fruit
- Coleslaw
- Tomato soup
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freezing
Freeze baked pot pies for up to 3 months.
Reheat directly from frozen at 350°F until heated through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use canned chicken?
Yes. Drain it well before using.
Can I make them ahead?
Absolutely. Assemble them one day in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Can I freeze before baking?
Yes. Freeze assembled pies, then bake from frozen, adding 8–10 extra minutes.
Can I use crescent roll dough?
Yes. Crescent dough creates a buttery, flaky crust.
Can I use homemade pie crust?
Definitely! Homemade pie dough works beautifully.
Final Thoughts
Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies are everything you love about traditional chicken pot pie in a fun, individual-sized package. They’re creamy, hearty, flaky, and incredibly simple to prepare with everyday ingredients. Perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday leftovers, lunchboxes, or family gatherings, this recipe is one you’ll come back to again and again.
Easy Mini Chicken Pot Pies
Ingredients
- Filling
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- ½ cup diced onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Crust
- 1 can 8-count refrigerated biscuit dough or refrigerated pie crust
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Cook the onions in butter until softened. Stir in the flour, then whisk in the chicken broth and milk until thickened.
- Add the chicken, vegetables, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Let the filling cool slightly.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin pan and press flattened biscuit dough or pie crust into each muffin cup.
- Fill each crust with the chicken mixture.
- Cover with small dough circles or strips, seal the edges, brush with egg wash, and cut a small slit in the top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
- Cool for 5 minutes before removing from the pan and serving.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken makes this recipe extra quick.
- Do not overfill the muffin cups.
- Cool the filling slightly before assembling to keep the crust from becoming soggy.
- Freeze-baked pot pies for up to 3 months.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 310
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 17g
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g

