Tater Tot Chicken Pot Pie

By Jane SweeneyUpdated: Jun 17, 2024

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chicken pot pie filling in a skillet topped with tater tots

PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Wondering what could possibly make a classic chicken pot pie even more delicious? Enter: tater tots! Picture a creamy and comforting casserole made with onions, peas, and tender chicken, all topped with a crown of crispy potato tots. No fussing with pie crusts here—just a crunchy, seasoned potato in every bite. It’s a dreamy combination and one of those easy one-pan dinner recipes I love having in my back pocket for any night of the week.

While the filling is made from scratch, using frozen tater tots and rotisserie chicken ensures minimal prep and hands-on cooking time. A classic roux of butter and flour lends its magic to thicken the base without relying on creamed soup, making it both a little healthier and tastier.

To store any leftovers, allow the pot pie to cool completely before wrapping and storing in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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Yields:: 6 - 8 serving(s)
Prep Time:: 15 mins
Total Time:: 1 hr 10 mins

Ingredients

3 Tbsp.
unsalted butter
1
small or 1/2 large yellow onion, finely chopped
2
medium carrots, peeled, finely chopped (about 1 c.)
1
large stalk celery, finely chopped (about 1 c.)
3
cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tsp.
fresh thyme leaves
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 Tbsp.
all-purpose flour
2 1/2 c.
low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 c.
heavy cream
3 c.
shredded rotisserie chicken
1 c.
frozen peas
1
(32-oz.) bag frozen tater tots

Directions

1. Step 1Preheat oven to 375°. In a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes. Add flour and cook, whisking frequently, until vegetables are coated, about 2 minutes. Slowly add broth, whisking frequently, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, add cream, and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes more. Add chicken and peas and simmer until peas are warmed through, about 2 minutes more; season with salt and pepper, if needed.
2. Step 2Remove from heat. Arrange tater tots in a circular pattern over chicken mixture.
3. Step 3Bake pot pie until top is golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes.
4. Step 4Turn on broiler. Broil, watching closely, until tater tots are crisp and golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes.