Chicken Pot Pie in the air fryer is one of the easiest ways to turn a frozen pot pie into a hot, comforting meal with a beautifully golden and crispy crust. There is no need to heat up the oven or wait for it to preheat. The air fryer cooks the pot pie quickly while keeping the filling warm and the crust crisp.
This easy air fryer method is perfect for busy weeknights, a quick lunch, or those days when you want a comforting homemade-style meal without much effort. Keep a few frozen chicken pot pies in the freezer and you always have an easy meal ready to go.
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Why This Works
The air fryer is ideal for cooking frozen chicken pot pie because the circulating hot air helps crisp the pastry while heating the creamy chicken and vegetable filling.
Cooking the pot pie at a moderate temperature also gives the center enough time to heat without allowing the crust to become overly dark. Since frozen pot pies vary in size and thickness, checking the center before serving is important.
This method works especially well for individual frozen chicken pot pies. You can cook one whenever you need a quick meal without turning on your full-size oven.
Ingredients Needed
- Frozen chicken pot pie: Use your favorite individual frozen chicken pot pie. Different brands and sizes can vary, so cooking time may need to be adjusted. I used the Bremer brand from Aldi!
- Cooking spray: A light coating can help encourage additional browning on the crust, although it is optional if the pot pie already contains a buttery pastry crust.
How to Make Frozen Chicken Pot Pie in Air Fryer
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F if your model requires preheating.
Place the frozen pot pie directly into the air fryer basket or on the air fryer tray.
Air fry at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes. Since air fryers and pot pie sizes vary, start checking the pot pie around 15 minutes.
Look at the crust as it cooks. It should become golden brown and crisp. If the crust is browning too quickly while the filling is still cold, reduce the temperature to 325°F and continue cooking.
Carefully check the center of the pot pie before serving. The filling should be hot throughout. If necessary, continue cooking in 3 to 5 minute increments until the center is completely heated.
Carefully remove the pot pie from the air fryer. Allow it to cool for several minutes before eating because the filling will be extremely hot.
Pro Tips for Air fryer Chicken Pot Pie
Always check the size of your frozen pot pie before determining the cooking time. Smaller individual pot pies will cook faster than larger ones.
Start checking the pot pie around 15 minutes. This helps prevent the crust from becoming too dark while the filling continues heating.
If the crust is getting too brown, lower the air fryer temperature to 325°F for the remainder of the cooking time.
Use caution when removing the pot pie from the air fryer. The container and filling can become extremely hot.
Let the pot pie rest for a few minutes before serving. This gives the filling a chance to cool slightly and makes it easier to enjoy.
For recipe testing, record the brand, size, air fryer temperature, and final cooking time. This makes it easier to recreate the recipe later.
Storage
If you have leftover chicken pot pie, allow it to cool before covering it and placing it in the refrigerator. Store leftovers in an airtight container or cover the original container tightly.
Reheat leftover pot pie in the air fryer at 350°F until the filling is hot and the crust is crisp again. The exact reheating time will depend on how much is left.
For best quality, enjoy refrigerated leftovers within 3 to 4 days.
Serving Suggestions
Chicken pot pie is filling enough to enjoy on its own, but you can add a simple side dish to make it a complete meal.
Serve it with a crisp green salad, steamed green beans, roasted vegetables, or a simple fruit salad. Mashed potatoes can also make a hearty side for an extra comforting meal.
For a lighter option, pair the pot pie with steamed broccoli or a simple side salad.
Recipe FAQs
Yes. An air fryer is a convenient way to cook an individual frozen chicken pot pie without using the oven.
Start at 350°F. Most individual frozen pot pies take approximately 20 to 25 minutes, but cooking times vary by brand and size.
An individual frozen chicken pot pie generally takes about 20 to 25 minutes at 350°F. Start checking it around 15 minutes and continue cooking as needed.
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Frozen Chicken Pot Pie Air Fryer
- Prep Time: 1 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 25 min
- Yield: 1 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Description
Make a hot and comforting chicken pot pie in the air fryer! This easy method cooks a frozen individual chicken pot pie with a golden, crispy crust and hot, creamy filling without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
1 frozen individual chicken pot pie
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 350°F if your model requires preheating.
Remove the frozen chicken pot pie from its packaging and place it directly in the air fryer basket.
Air fry at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes.
Start checking the pot pie at 15 minutes. If the crust is browning too quickly, reduce the temperature to 325°F.
Notes
This works well with any frozen chicken pot brand!'
Nutrition varies per brand name.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
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