Turkey Pot Pie with Leftover Gravy

Got leftover turkey and gravy from your Christmas meal or holiday dinner?

This Turkey Pot Pie with Leftover Gravy is the ultimate way to turn those leftovers into a cozy, golden-topped comfort dish that everyone will actually be excited to eat again.

Think tender turkey, creamy sauce, veggies, and flaky pastry, basically Christmas dinner, reborn! 🥧

🥘 Quick Summary (for skimmers)

A comforting holiday recipe that transforms leftover turkey and gravy into a creamy, savory Turkey Pot Pie.

It’s easy, hearty, and perfect for using up Christmas or Thanksgiving leftovers. Add veggies, herbs, and puff pastry for a dish that feels fresh and festive all over again.

• Prep time: 20 minutes

• Cook time: 40 minutes

• Serves: 6

• Perfect for: Christmas meals, holiday dinners, or a cozy winter night

🛒 Ingredients

Filling

• Leftover turkey – shredded or chopped (around 4 cups)

• Leftover gravy – your sauce base (about 2 cups)

• Carrots – 1 cup, sliced

• Celery – 1 cup, sliced

• Frozen peas – 1 cup

• Onion – 1 small, diced

• Garlic – 2 cloves, minced

• Flour – 2 tablespoons (only if gravy is thin)

• Chicken or turkey stock – 1/2 cup (optional, to loosen the sauce)

• Cream – 1/4 cup for extra richness

• Fresh thyme – 1 teaspoon (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)

• Salt and pepper – to taste

Topping

• Puff pastry – 1 sheet, thawed

• Egg wash – 1 egg beaten with a little water

Ingredient Tips

• Leftover roast chicken works too if you don’t have turkey.

• You can use mixed frozen vegetables instead of carrots and peas.

• For a festive twist, toss in leftover green beans or roasted vegetables from your Christmas dinner side dishes, it all works beautifully.

👩‍🍳 How to Make Turkey Pot Pie with Leftover Gravy

1) Preheat and prep

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grab a baking dish (around 9×13 inches). Warm up your leftover gravy on the stove if it’s thick or cold.

2) Cook the veggies

Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a bit of butter or oil. Sauté onion, carrot, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook another minute.

💡 Tip: Take your time here, sweet, tender veggies make the base taste incredible.

3) Add gravy and thicken

If your gravy is on the thin side, sprinkle in the flour and stir for a minute. Then pour in the gravy and stock (if using). Stir until it’s smooth and bubbling. Add cream, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Simmer 3-4 minutes until thickened slightly.

4) Add turkey and peas

Stir in turkey and peas, coating everything in that rich, velvety sauce. Turn off the heat.

💡 If the sauce looks thick, add a splash of water or stock-it will continue thickening in the oven.

5) Assemble

Spoon the filling into your baking dish and smooth the top. Lay the puff pastry over it, tucking edges down around the sides. Brush with egg wash for a shiny finish.

Cut a few small slits on top for steam vents.

6) Bake

Bake for 30-40 minutes until the pastry is puffed, flaky, and beautifully golden. The edges should be bubbling away with creamy filling.

Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

🍽️ What to Serve It With

This pot pie is a complete meal, but if you’re making it part of your holiday food spread, here are a few great Christmas dinner side dishes:

• Roasted green beans with almonds

• Garlic mashed potatoes

• Cranberry sauce (yes, it works even after Christmas!)

• Simple side salad with a tangy vinaigrette

It’s also amazing with a slice of warm crusty bread to soak up the gravy.

🎄 Wrap-Up

This Turkey Pot Pie with Leftover Gravy is everything you love about the holidays, comforting, creamy, and full of flavor. It’s one of those Christmas dinner recipes that feels nostalgic and new at the same time. Perfect for using up holiday food without feeling like you’re eating leftovers.

Whether you serve it the day after your big Christmas meal or tuck it away for a chilly winter night, it’s pure comfort in every bite.

Give it a try and tell me how it turned out, I love seeing your creations!
You can also follow me on Pinterest  for more cozy holiday recipes and easy Christmas food ideas for dinner.

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