Low-Carb Keto-Friendly Chicken Pot Pie 🥧🍗🥦
A comforting classic made keto! This chicken pot pie features a creamy, savory chicken and vegetable filling topped with a buttery low-carb crust—without the traditional flour-heavy pastry.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35–45 minutes
Total Time: About 1 hour
Servings: 6
Ingredients
Creamy Chicken Filling
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup broccoli florets or cauliflower florets
- ½ cup diced carrots (optional; slightly higher carb)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon rosemary
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Keto Biscuit Topping
- 1½ cups almond flour
- ¼ cup coconut flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Prepare the Filling
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a deep pie dish or 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion, celery, and mushrooms. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, and cream cheese.
- Simmer until the sauce becomes creamy and slightly thickened.
- Add chicken, vegetables, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in cheddar cheese if using.
2. Make the Keto Topping
- In a bowl, combine:
- Almond flour
- Coconut flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Add:
- Eggs
- Sour cream
- Melted butter
- Mozzarella
- Parmesan
- Mix until a thick dough forms.
3. Assemble & Bake
- Spread the chicken filling evenly in the baking dish.
- Drop spoonfuls of the keto dough over the top.
- Smooth gently to cover most of the filling.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the topping is golden and cooked through.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Keto-Friendly Vegetable Options
Best low-carb choices:
✅ Cauliflower
✅ Broccoli
✅ Mushrooms
✅ Green beans
✅ Zucchini
✅ Spinach
Use sparingly:
- Carrots
- Peas
- Corn
Variations
Bacon Ranch Chicken Pot Pie
Add:
- ½ cup cooked bacon
- 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning
Buffalo Chicken Pot Pie
Add:
- ¼ cup buffalo sauce
- Blue cheese topping
Turkey Pot Pie
Replace chicken with leftover turkey.
Crustless Version
Skip the topping and bake the creamy filling with extra cheese on top.
Storage
Refrigerator: Store covered for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months.
Reheat: Warm in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 15–20 minutes or microwave gently.
Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Net Carbs: 5 g
- Fat: 39 g
Tips for the Best Keto Chicken Pot Pie
🥧 Let the filling thicken before adding the topping.
🧀 Freshly shredded cheese melts better and gives a smoother texture.
🍗 Rotisserie chicken makes this recipe quick and flavorful.
🔥 Allow the casserole to rest before serving so the creamy filling sets.
This Low-Carb Keto-Friendly Chicken Pot Pie gives you all the cozy, creamy comfort of the original—with a delicious buttery, cheesy keto crust. 🍗🥧✨