Potato Pot Pie is a comforting casserole dish blending the richness of creamy mushrooms, tender turkey or chicken, mixed vegetables, and sharp cheddar cheese under a fluffy mashed potato topping. This dish is rooted in classic American comfort cuisine, particularly reminiscent of hearty Midwestern and Southern casseroles. Unlike traditional pot pie with pastry, this recipe replaces the crust with golden mashed potatoes for a rustic, homestyle twist. It’s beloved for its simplicity, budget-friendliness, and ability to stretch leftovers into a family-friendly main course that warms both the heart and stomach.
Ingredients
- 8 oz mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 ½ cups + 2 tbsp Miracle Whip (or Miracle Whip Light)
- 2 cups turkey or chicken (chopped, cooked )
- 10 oz frozen mixed vegetables, (10 oz frozen mixed vegetables, thawed & drained)
- ¼ cup onion (chopped )
- ¼ cup flour
- 1 ¼ cups milk
- 1 tsp dried basil leaves
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 ½ cups cheddar cheese (shredded )
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (hot )
Instructions
Step 1: Cook Mushrooms & Onions
- In a large skillet, cook mushrooms and onions in 2 tbsp Miracle Whip over medium-high heat until softened.
Step 2: Make Sauce Base
- Add flour, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir well. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly until thickened.
Step 3: Combine Filling
- Stir in 1 cup shredded cheese, thawed vegetables, turkey (or chicken), and remaining Miracle Whip. Cook for 5 minutes.
Step 4: Assemble Casserole
- Spoon mixture into a 1 ½ qt casserole dish. Spread mashed potatoes evenly over the top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Step 5: Bake & Serve
- Bake at 375°F until golden brown and cheese melts. Serve warm.
Tips
- Use either cooked turkey or cooked chicken as written, great for using leftovers.
- Substitute Miracle Whip Light if desired (noted on card) to reduce richness.
- Instant mashed potatoes can substitute for fresh hot mashed potatoes in a pinch.
- Add a handful of peas or extra mixed vegetables for more color and fiber.
- Try swapping cheddar for Colby-Jack or a sharp white cheddar for stronger flavor.
- For a crispier top, broil a bit longer, watch closely to prevent burning.
- Make ahead: prepare filling and potatoes separately, refrigerate, then assemble and broil before serving.
- Add herbs such as thyme or parsley if you like additional herbal flavor besides basil.
- For a creamier filling, add a splash more milk when thickening the sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 385kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 22gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 710mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2mg
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