Are you tired of bland, boring leftover turkey? Get ready to transform your post-holiday remnants into a culinary masterpiece that will have your family fighting for seconds! This Garlic Bread Topped Leftover Turkey Pot Pie is not just a meal; it's a comfort food revolution that combines the rich, creamy goodness of a classic pot pie with the irresistible crunch of garlic bread. Imagine tender, seasoned turkey, vibrant mixed vegetables, and melted cheese, all topped with golden, crispy garlic bread that will make your taste buds dance with joy!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 60 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover turkey, shredded
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 loaf of garlic bread
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Ensure the rack is positioned in the middle of the oven.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded leftover turkey, mixed vegetables, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth. Mix thoroughly until ingredients are well incorporated.
- Add thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the mixture. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Transfer the turkey and vegetable mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the entire surface of the mixture, creating an even layer.
- Cut the garlic bread into thick slices, approximately 1-inch thick. Arrange the garlic bread slices on top of the cheese, slightly overlapping to cover the entire surface.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the garlic bread is golden brown and crispy, and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let the pot pie rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the filling to set and cool slightly.
- Serve hot, ensuring each portion includes both the creamy turkey filling and the crispy garlic bread topping.
Tips
- For maximum flavor, use freshly shredded turkey instead of pre-chopped meat. The texture and taste will be significantly better.
- Don't skip letting the pot pie rest after baking. This allows the filling to set and makes serving much easier.
- If your garlic bread starts browning too quickly, cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
- Feel free to customize your mixed vegetables based on what you have on hand - frozen or fresh both work great.
- For an extra flavor boost, try using homemade chicken broth instead of store-bought.
- If you want a lighter version, you can substitute the cream of chicken soup with a homemade white sauce.
- Ensure your oven is properly preheated to get that perfect golden-brown garlic bread topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 75mg
