It’s that time of year when the chill sets in, and all I want is comfort food—big bowls of something warm, filling, and utterly satisfying. A few weeks back, I found myself in Los Angeles with a friend, and we were craving exactly that. We braved the surprisingly mild weather (seriously, it was only in the 60s!) and made our way to The Farm, a cozy little spot downtown. Their chicken pot pie hit the spot perfectly, but what really blew me away was the layer of creamy mashed potatoes at the bottom. It was genius, and it made me rethink how I think about comfort food.
Fast forward to the present, and we’ve got our own version of leftover turkey after my husband defrosted one we hadn’t used for Thanksgiving. Brining our main bird meant we had extras, and now my fridge is stocked with turkey bits. Time to get creative!
Inspired by The Farm’s masterpiece, I decided to whip up a pot pie using the leftover turkey and those mashed potatoes. If we’d had leftover mashed potatoes lying around, this would have been a breeze. Alas, the bowl had long been emptied, proving once again that carbs are my weakness.
For those of you who didn’t have turkey leftovers from Thanksgiving, don’t sweat it. You can always use chicken instead, or even go vegetarian by skipping the meat entirely. It’s all about making something hearty and comforting, no matter what you’ve got on hand.
Here’s the full recipe for Leftover Turkey and Mashed Potato Pot Pie. Whether you’re working with turkey or chicken, this dish is sure to warm your soul—and maybe even impress a few people along the way.
---
**Creamy Mashed Potatoes**
- 6 Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 ounce cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup half-and-half or heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
*Instructions:*
1. Peel, wash, and quarter the potatoes. Simmer them in a large pot of water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
2. Drain the potatoes thoroughly, then return them to the dry pot over low heat to release steam before adding the butter, cream cheese, and half-and-half.
3. Mash everything together, adding salt and pepper to taste.
---
**Leftover Turkey and Mashed Potato Pot Pie**
- 2 pie crusts
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup finely diced onion
- 2 cups leftover turkey (or chicken)
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken or turkey broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 bag frozen peas and carrots
- 2–3 cups leftover mashed potatoes
- Fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
*Instructions:*
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. Melt butter in a skillet or pot, then sauté the onion until translucent.
3. Add the turkey and stir. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and cook for a few minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Gradually pour in the broth and heavy cream, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Add the frozen vegetables.
5. Bring the mixture to a slow boil, then reduce heat and let it thicken for a few minutes. Season generously with salt, pepper, and thyme. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
6. Place one pie crust in a casserole dish or deep pie pan. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly across the crust, then pour the turkey mixture over the top.
7. Top with the second pie crust, pressing it into the edges of the dish. Cut a few vents in the top to allow steam to escape.
8. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and bubbly.
9. Let it rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
---
There you have it—a dish that’s perfect for using up leftovers while still feeling indulgent. Even if you didn’t start with turkey, you can still make this work with what you’ve got. And hey, if you’re feeling particularly ambitious, you could always double the mashed potato layer—it’s hard to have too many carbs, right?
So grab your apron, fire up the oven, and let’s make something delicious happen. Happy cooking!
---
P.S. Affiliate links help keep things running, but rest assured, I only recommend products I truly believe in. [Read more here](#).
Millet Pepper,Red Hot Chilli Pepper,American Red Chilli Pepper,Millet Pepper Flavor Fresh
Sichuan Liuhang Agriculture Co.Ltd , https://www.lhagriculture.com