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Turkey Pot Pie Pizza

Turkey Pot Pie Pizza made with a puff pastry crust

Creativity spawns creativity. I believe you become more creative when you surround yourself with creative people. Fresh ideas are the greatest! I have talked about inspiration many times and it never ceases to amaze me how many different ways I get inspired. Whether it is being with people in real life or reading about people’s adventures and discoveries online, when I see something interesting or new my brain kicks into gear. It is exactly what happened as soon as I read Amy’s post on Puff Pastry Pizza.

My immediate thought was “how creative”. I had never heard of using puff pastry for a pizza. What a light and crispy crust it must be. It was inventive and resourceful. As I read her post about using what she had on hand, it sparked an idea – reverse pot pie or rather pot pie pizza. I had everything I needed except for the puff pastry. Off to the store I went and then I started refining my idea.

The crust was a given. How to top it was the task. I decided on a basic bechamel or white sauce. Potatoes, onions, carrots, peas are typical pot pie ingredients. I knew I would have to pre-cook them or they would be raw and crunchy. I boiled the potatoes and carrots in homemade turkey stock until they were soft. I sauteed the onions in olive oil. The peas only needed a minute to warm up in the hot stock. I felt because it was pizza it needed cheese. I thinly sliced fresh mozzarella and then tore apart the slices for smaller pieces (I did not want to use grated).

The result? Exactly what I imagined. Pot pie lovers will really enjoy this pizza. I used turkey and you could substitute chicken or beef or whatever meat you prefer. Try it as is or with you own creative spin.

Thank you Amy for igniting a creative spark. We enjoyed a new and tasty meal because of you. It was a wonderful experience and I had lots of fun developing the idea and seeing it to fruition.

What has lighted your creative fire lately? Did you follow through and make something? Do tell…

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Turkey Pot Pie Pizza made with a puff pastry crust
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Turkey Pot Pie Pizza

A twist on classic pot pie - pizza with a puff pastry crust, white sauce, turkey, vegetables, and sliced mozzarella cheese.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 People
Author Renee

Ingredients

For the pizza

  • 1 puff pasty sheet thawed
  • Cooked turkey
  • 2 to 3 cups turkey broth or stock
  • 1 small russet potato
  • 1 small carrot
  • 1/4 cup onion chopped
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • A few green peas
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup bechamel sauce
  • Fresh mozzarella cheese not grated

For the bechamel sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

For the toppings:

  1. Cut the turkey into bite-sized pieces and set aside. Peel the potato and carrot and cut into bite-sized pieces (about 1/4-inch thick). In a sauce pan, add the broth/stock, potato slices, and carrot slices. Bring to a boil and then lower the heat and cook until softened, about 15 minutes. Transfer the potatoes and carrots from the stock into a bowl. Add the peas to the stock and cook for a couple of minutes. Drain peas and add to the bowl with potatoes and carrots. In a small skillet, add the olive oil and onions and cook over medium heat until onions are soft and translucent. Remove from heat and set aside. Thinly slice the mozzarella and set aside.

For the bechamel sauce:

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and then add the flour. Stir and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk in the milk a little at a time. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil and thickens. Remove from heat. Add salt and pepper to taste.

For the pizza:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet. Place the puff pastry on the baking sheet and roll it out to about a 10 X 15-inch rectangle. Using a fork, pierce the entire pastry except about 1/2-inch from the edge. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until puffed and lightly browned. Use a spoon or knife to partially cut through the pastry about a 1/2-inch from the edge. Be careful not to cut through.
  2. Spread the bechamel sauce over the pastry. Top with turkey, onions, potatoes, carrots, peas, and mozzarella cheese. Bake for an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. You can broil for an additional few minutes for more browning (be careful not to over-brown or burn pastry). Slice and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

You can substitute turkey with chicken or any type of meat. It can also be meatless/vegetarian by omitting meat and using vegetable broth/stock. Use water or store-bought broth to cook the vegetables if you do not have homemade stock.

Recipe Rating




Liz

Saturday 21st of April 2012

I just made chicken pot pie for our dinner last night...such marvelous comfort food! And now you've inspired me to try another version of pot pie...so yummy looking!

Renee

Sunday 22nd of April 2012

Thanks Liz!

Karriann

Friday 20th of April 2012

Very creative indeed! Really fantastic. I love it ;)

"Spice it Up"

Renee

Sunday 22nd of April 2012

Thank you Karriann!

Jennie @themessybakerblog

Friday 20th of April 2012

Renee, this looks fantastic. I mean, turkey pot pie pizza- brilliant! I'm going to have to try this.

Renee

Friday 20th of April 2012

Thanks Jennie! Total comfort food. My husband really enjoyed it. He said he would like to have it again soon.

CJ at Food Stories

Thursday 19th of April 2012

Oooh, this looks totally tasty. Thx for the inspiration!

Renee

Friday 20th of April 2012

Thank you!

amy @ fearless homemaker

Thursday 19th of April 2012

you are so welcome! i'm beyond thrilled that my little ol' puff pastry pizza inspired you to come up with something so awesomely creative! it looks + sounds absolutely delicious. =)

Renee

Thursday 19th of April 2012

I had such a good time with creating and making it - and all because of you. Thanks again Amy.