Air Fryer Turkey Pot Pie
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Air Fryer Turkey Pot Pie is a cozy way to use up cooked turkey after the holidays, with a golden, crispy crust covering creamy filling loaded with tender meat, soft vegetables, and rich herbed gravy. Every bite tastes like holiday comfort, made easier and faster in the air fryer. You’ll definitely wish you made extra.
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I make this after Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year when I have turkey leftovers, and it’s also perfect for fall and winter dinners when I want hearty comfort food. It’s great for family dinners, potlucks, and meal prep since it reheats well. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Ingredients You’ll Need
You’ll need all the ingredients shown in the photograph below.
How to Make Air Fryer Turkey Pot Pie with Step-By-Step Instructions
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Let me walk you through the easiest way to make this delicious turkey pot pie air fryer recipe.
Cook the Vegetables
Melt the butter in a large stainless steel skillet over medium heat, then add the onion, carrots, celery, mushrooms, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften, release their liquid, and the onions turn translucent, making the whole mixture fragrant.
Make the Roux
Stir in the flour, salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary, and cook until the flour absorbs the liquid and forms a roux that will thicken your gravy. Keep stirring so nothing sticks to the bottom of the pan.
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Create the Gravy
Add the chicken broth and whole milk, then simmer for 7–8 minutes until it thickens into a pourable gravy that coats the back of a spoon. As it cooks, the herbs bloom and fill the pot with a savory, comforting aroma.
Add Turkey and Peas
Stir in the frozen peas and chopped turkey, then remove from heat. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, thyme, or rosemary if needed.
Let the filling cool for 10 minutes. This cooling step is important so your crust doesn’t get soggy when you assemble everything.
Assemble the Pot Pie
Transfer the cooled filling to a 9-inch pie dish, then lay the cold pie dough on top. Trim the edges, fold the overhang inward to form a thick rim, and crimp it with a fork or your fingers. Cut a few slits for steam and lightly brush the top with egg wash using a silicone pastry brush.
Air Fry Until Golden
Bake in the air fryer at 320°F (160ºC) for 20 minutes, or until the crust turns golden. Check at the 10-minute mark and cover the edges with foil or a pie crust shield to keep them from browning too fast.
Keep an eye on the crust so it crisps without overbrowning. The cooking time depends on the size of the pot pie, so larger or family-size versions may need extra time to heat through in the center.
Remove from the air fryer and cool for 5 minutes. Keep your pot pie in a closed air fryer basket to preserve heat until you’re ready to serve. The crust should be crispy and golden, and the filling should be bubbling and hot throughout.
If you like, add a sprinkle of fresh parsley or thyme for a pop of color and a bright, fresh finish. Serve hot and enjoy!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pie crusts refrigerated
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup mushrooms chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- ½ teaspoon finely chopped dried rosemary
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 3 cups turkey chopped
- 1 large egg beaten with 1 tbsp milk for the egg wash
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, mushrooms, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften and release their liquid.3 tablespoons unsalted butter, ½ cup chopped yellow onion, 1 cup diced carrots, 1 cup diced celery, 1 cup mushrooms, 3 garlic cloves
- Stir in the flour, salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary, and cook until the flour absorbs the liquid.¼ cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper, 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, ½ teaspoon finely chopped dried rosemary
- Add the broth and milk, and simmer for 7-8 minutes until the mixture thickens into a gravy.2 cups chicken broth, ½ cup whole milk
- Stir in the frozen peas and turkey, then remove from heat. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, thyme, or rosemary if needed. Let the filling cool for 10 minutes.1 cup frozen peas, 3 cups turkey
- Transfer the cooled filling to a 9-inch pie dish.
- Carefully place the dough over the filling. Trim the dough edges and fold the overhang to the inside to form a thick crust edge and crimp with a fork or flute with your fingers. Cut slits in the top for steam vents and lightly brush with egg wash (we did a slight square pattern).1 pie crusts, 1 large egg beaten with 1 tbsp milk
- Bake in the air fryer at 320°F (160ºC) for 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. After 10 minutes, cover the edges with aluminum foil or a pie crust shield to prevent over-browning. Remove from the air fryer and cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Cool the filling completely: Let your filling sit for at least 10 minutes before adding the crust so the heat doesn’t make the dough soggy or cause it to shrink.
- Use cold pie dough: Keep your refrigerated pie crust cold until you’re ready to use it so it’s easier to handle and creates a flakier texture when baked.
- Cut proper vents: Make 4-5 slits in the top crust so steam can escape during cooking, which prevents the crust from getting soggy and lets the filling bubble properly.
- Don’t skip the egg wash: Brushing the crust with beaten egg gives you the beautiful golden color and creates a slight barrier that keeps the crust crispy even with the moist filling underneath.
- Watch the crust edges: Check at the 10-minute mark and cover the edges with foil if they’re browning too fast, since air fryers can have hot spots that cook unevenly.
- Flash freeze for storage: If freezing individual slices, place them uncovered on a baking sheet for 1 hour before wrapping so they hold their shape and don’t stick together in the freezer.
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∙ Cheesy Egg Bites
∙ Broccoli Cheddar Soup
∙ Asparagus Casserole
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∙ Chocolate Cake Cookies
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How to Store Leftovers
Store leftover pot pie covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat slices in the air fryer at 300 degrees F for 5 to 7 minutes to crisp the crust back up, or use the oven for 15 to 20 minutes to maintain a crisp crust rather than using the microwave.
For longer storage, wrap the whole pie or individual air fryer pot pie slices tightly in plastic wrap to prevent freezer burn, then add foil as an extra layer of protection and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
For an even easier, mess-free option, you can store them in freezer-safe containers, which lock in freshness and make reheating a breeze.
Reheat from frozen in the air fryer at 300°F for 12-15 minutes, covering the edges with aluminum foil if they brown too quickly.
What to Serve With Air Fryer Turkey Pot Pie
I usually serve pot pie with a Mediterranean salad to balance the richness or roasted Brussels sprouts with a squeeze of lemon. Cranberry sauce on the side is perfect if you’re using Thanksgiving leftovers because it adds that sweet-tart contrast. A crusty bread or dinner rolls are ideal for soaking up any extra gravy.
For a heartier spread, serve mashed potatoes, roasted sweet potatoes, steamed green beans, or glazed carrots. Pot pie is already a complete meal, so you don’t need much to round it out.
More Easy Recipes for You to Try at Home
You might want to try these other easy air fryer recipes and comfort food picks.
- Air Fryer Chicken Noodle Soup
- Air Fryer Chicken Divan
- Air Fryer Turkey Meatloaf
- Air Fryer Crack Chicken Casserole
- Air Fryer Hamburger Casserole
About the Author
Hey there! I’m Mandy
Mandy Applegate is a home cook, food blogger, and writer who believes the best meals are the ones shared with the people you love.
She’s all about easy recipes that taste amazing, the kind that make ordinary days feel a little more special and remind you why cooking at home matters.
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