I make this crock pot chicken pot pie when I want an easy, hands-off dinner that still feels hearty and homemade. The slow cooker does all the work, creating a creamy chicken and vegetable filling that pairs perfectly with warm biscuits.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I love this recipe because it’s incredibly simple and dependable. I like that everything cooks together in the crock pot, and I don’t have to worry about timing much. It’s filling, family-friendly, and perfect for busy days when I still want a cozy meal.
Ingredients
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2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs 2 cans cream of chicken soup 1 can cream of celery soup 12 ounces frozen mixed vegetables 2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided 2 teaspoons onion powder, divided 2 teaspoons black pepper, divided 1 can homestyle biscuits
Directions
I begin by spraying the crock pot with non-stick spray, then laying the chicken in the bottom. I season the chicken with half of the garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. I spread the cream of chicken soup and cream of celery soup evenly over the chicken.
Next, I add the frozen mixed vegetables on top and sprinkle the remaining seasonings over the vegetables. I cover the crock pot and cook on high for about 4 to 6 hours, or on low for 6 to 8 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and easy to shred.
About 15 to 20 minutes before serving, I bake the biscuits according to the package directions. Once the biscuits are nearly ready, I shred the chicken directly in the crock pot using two forks and stir everything together until the chicken is coated in the creamy gravy. I serve the filling topped with a warm biscuit or split the biscuit and spoon the chicken mixture over it.
Servings and Timing
This recipe makes about 6 servings. I usually spend around 10 minutes prepping everything, then let it cook for about 4 hours on high, making it a great low-effort meal.
Variations
I like swapping in cream of mushroom or cream of onion soup when I want a slightly different flavor. Sometimes I use specific vegetables like carrots, peas, or green beans instead of a mixed blend. When I want something extra special, I serve it with puff pastry or crescent dough baked separately.
Storage/Reheating
I store the chicken pot pie filling and biscuits separately. I keep the filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, and the biscuits at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for a week. I reheat the filling in the microwave in 30-second intervals until warmed through.
FAQs
Can I freeze the chicken pot pie filling?
I freeze the cooled filling in an airtight container for up to 3 months and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating.
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
I like using thighs because they stay extra juicy, and they work just as well in this recipe.
Do I need to thaw the vegetables first?
I always add the vegetables straight from frozen, which makes prep even easier.
Can I cook this only on low?
I often cook it on low for 6 to 8 hours when I want the most tender chicken.
Can I make homemade biscuits?
I sometimes make drop biscuits from scratch, but store-bought biscuits work perfectly when I need convenience.
Conclusion
This crock pot chicken pot pie is one of my favorite comfort meals because it’s creamy, filling, and incredibly easy to make. I love how it delivers all the flavors of classic pot pie without the extra steps. It’s the kind of recipe I turn to again and again when I want simple, cozy food.
1 (16.3 oz) can homestyle biscuits (or homemade drop biscuits)
Instructions
Prep the Crockpot:
Spray crockpot liner with non-stick spray.
Layer Ingredients:
Place chicken in the bottom of the crockpot. Season with 1 tsp each of garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
Cover with cream of chicken and cream of celery soup.
Add frozen vegetables on top, then sprinkle remaining garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
Cook:
Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 4–6 hours, until chicken is tender and easily shredded.
Bake Biscuits:
15–20 minutes before serving, bake biscuits according to package or recipe instructions.
Shred & Serve:
Shred the chicken using two forks and stir everything to combine.
Serve hot with biscuits on top or sliced in half and layered with filling.
Notes
Storage: Store filling and biscuits separately. Filling lasts up to 5 days in the fridge; biscuits up to 3 days at room temp or 1 week refrigerated.
Freezing: Freeze cooled chicken filling in airtight containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Vegetable Options: Feel free to use fresh or frozen carrots, peas, green beans, mushrooms, corn, or onions.
Gravy Variation: Try cream of mushroom or onion soup for a different flavor.
Upgrade Tip: For a fancier version, top the cooked filling with puff pastry or crescent dough and bake until golden.