- This satisfying one-pan comfort dish has several prep shortcuts, making it quick and easy.
- You’ll love how many antioxidant-rich veggies we packed into this pot pie.
- Consider using turkey instead of chicken as an alternative.
Our Marry Me Chicken Pot Pie is an elevated, modern version of a classic dinner entree. We take the “marry me” flavor of sun-dried tomato and infuse it into every part of this pie. We pack this meal with nutrient-rich veggies like potatoes, onions, garlic, spinach and mushrooms. Rotisserie chicken is convenient and provides a satisfying amount of protein. Don’t be shy with the cream; it’s a key ingredient in the delectable sauce that makes “marry me” dishes so delicious. A store-bought pie crust saves you time, and the flavor is amplified with a brush of sun-dried tomato oil—this is indeed a special dish. Keep reading for our expert tips on more time-saving ingredients, safety reminders and more.
Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen
These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!
- To save time, we recommend using pre-sliced cremini mushrooms, and you can also buy pre-shredded cooked chicken from the grocery store.
- For the best flavor, opt for freshly grated Parmesan cheese, as it melts better than pre-grated varieties.
- As a safety precaution, stir the spinach into the tomato-cream mixture and allow it to wilt before adding the chicken and vegetables separately. This will help minimize the risk of spilling hot liquids, as raw spinach takes up quite a bit of room in the pan.
- You can substitute the rotisserie chicken with cooked turkey. Additionally, you may replace the russet potatoes with Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier texture.
Nutrition Notes
- Rotisserie chicken is high in protein, which is essential for helping you build and maintain muscle. This type of chicken can be convenient but also high in sodium, so if you are on a sodium-controlled diet, choose less-seasoned versions.
- Mushrooms are low in carbohydrates, but offer bulk and meatiness to dishes. Mushrooms are a source of potassium, which can help counteract higher sodium levels in your body. They are also rich in antioxidants and are considered a prebiotic food, meaning they help provide food for beneficial gut bacteria.
- Sun-dried tomatoes, whether they are packaged simply dried or jarred in oil, as in this recipe, are brimming with an antioxidant called lycopene, which has been studied for its role in reducing oxidative stress and inflammation.
- Spinach is always an excellent green to stir into stews or soups. Spinach is high in the B vitamin folate. Folate is essential for reducing homocysteine levels in the body. Elevated homocysteine can damage your blood vessels and increase the risk for heart attack or stroke.
