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Low Carb Keto Chicken Pot Pie

May 2, 2019 by Wendy Polisi 20 Comments

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Comfort food is always a good idea and it doesn’t get any better than this Keto Chicken Pot Pie. The whole family is going to love this low carb twist on a classic. Leftovers – if you have any – will keep perfectly for lunch all week. You definitely don’t want to miss this one. Just 5 net carbs a serving!

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1 Comfort Food Doesn’t Get Any Better Than This Keto Chicken Pot Pie!
2 Frequently Asked Questions
3 Variations for This Recipe
4 Tools Needed
5 If You Like This Recipe You May Also Like:
6 Low Carb Chicken Pot Pie
7 Low Carb Keto Chicken Pot Pie
8 Other Low Carb Chicken Casseroles to Try:

Comfort Food Doesn’t Get Any Better Than This Keto Chicken Pot Pie!

My mom can cook most anything, but if I had to say what her specialty was it would be comfort food. Until I went low carb, I could always count on her making our family Chicken Pot Pie when we visited.

Like most Grandma’s, she wants to please, and she would always make three different ones. A “normal” one, one heavy on the meat and light on the veggies for one of my boys, and a gluten-free one for me.

To me, it is the ultimate comfort food – right up there with Mac and Cheese.

When I started keto, I knew creating a Low Carb Chicken Pot Pie had to be at the top of my must-list for recipes to develop. What I didn’t know is that I would fall hopelessly in love with the results.

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In fact, I’d go so far as to say that you may want to go ahead and make the family a “normal” pot pie (assuming they eat carbs) – just so you can have all of this for yourself.

That is exactly what I did. My husband was out of town when I made this, and I decided to make the kids a different recipe.

That way I could test how the leftovers where and if I could make it ahead. (When you have two teenage boys, there aren’t typically a lot of leftovers.)

The mixture was divided between four small crocks and one small glass baking dish. On day one, I cooked the crocks. I saved the larger container in the fridge and baked it two days later when he was home.

It was amazing! Even though I was eating Chicken Pot Pie more than once a day for a few days, it never got old.

The “fathead” crust really delivers here – you won’t miss the “real” thing at all. In fact, I’d say it is even better than most gluten-free crusts.

I think you are going to love this one just as much as I do.

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Collage of the last three process steps for making pot pie.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is xanthan gum and why do I need it?

Xanthan gum is a soluble fiber that works as a food thickener. Without it the cream sauce would have a thin consistency. You may omit it if a thinner sauce does not bother you.

Can I heat the cheese for the crust in the microwave?

Yes! We don’t use the microwave, but if you do you can heat the cheese that way. To do so, microwave for 1 minute. Stir and continue microwaving in 30 second increments, stirring in between, until the cheese is melted.

Variations for This Recipe

  • Cooked turkey can be used in place of the chicken.
  • Add in 1 teaspoon minced garlic with the other vegetables.
  • Add 1/2 cup finely chopped celery.
  • If you follow a low carb diet (versus strict keto) add in 1/2 cup diced carrots
Overhead photo of three crocks of chicken pot pie, one of them has a fork in it and part of the filling is exposed.

Tools Needed

  • Saucepans
  • 8 x 8 Baking Dish or 8 Small Ramekins
  • Parchment Paper
  • Rolling Pin

If You Like This Recipe You May Also Like:

  • Low Carb Instant Pot Chicken
  • Keto Chicken Alfredo
  • Grilled Lamb Kebabs
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Low Carb Chicken Pot Pie

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5 from 10 votes

Low Carb Keto Chicken Pot Pie

I am completely obsessed with this Low Carb Chicken Pot Pie and think that you will be too! Perfect comfort food that never goes out of season. If you do not fall in love, I promise I’ll come get rid of your leftovers for you.
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time40 mins
Total Time1 hr
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: comfort food
Servings: 8
Calories: 376kcal
Author: Wendy Polisi
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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup mushrooms chopped
  • 1/3 cup chopped onion
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
  • 3 cups chopped or shredded cooked chicken
  • 1/2 cup frozen baby peas rinsed, omit for keto

Crust:

  • 5 ounces mozzarella cheese
  • 2 ounces cream cheese
  • 3/4 cup almond flour
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme chopped or 1 teaspoon dried
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in mushrooms, onion, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in bone broth and heavy cream. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly, for one minute.
  • Reduce to low and whisk in xanthan gum. Cook for about 5 minutes. Taste and add additional salt and pepper if needed.
  • Stir in chicken and peas if using.
  • Place the mixture in an 8 x 8 baking pan, or divide into eight individual crocks.

Make the Crust

  • Heat a pot to medium heat and add mozzarella and cream cheese. Cook, stirring often, until the cheese melts.
  • Add almond flour and stir to combine.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in egg and thyme. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Roll the crust out between 2 sheets of parchment paper.
  • If you are using crocks divide into pieces large enough to cover each crock.  (The size will depend on how big your dishes are.)
  • Top either the 8 x 8 pan or the crocks with the dough.
  • Cut the top of the dough with a knife to vent.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the crust is golden brown.

Nutrition

Calories: 376kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 756mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1030IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 1mg

Other Low Carb Chicken Casseroles to Try:

  • Low Carb Chicken Broccoli Casserole with Cream Cheese
  • Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
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Comments

  1. Stacie

    May 3, 2019 at 6:47 pm

    5 stars
    Keto chicken pot pie sounds so good! I haven’t had pot pie in so long because I was trying to keep the carbs low. I can’t wait to make it!

    Reply
  2. Evelyne

    May 4, 2019 at 12:29 am

    Yum! Chicken Pot Pie is one of my favorite comfort foods! This Keto version sounds terrific.

    Reply
  3. Danyelle

    May 4, 2019 at 4:46 am

    5 stars
    Chicken pot pie is one our all time favorite meals! I love this recipe, we will have to give it a try as it’s ingredients looks so tasty!

    Reply
  4. Rosey

    May 4, 2019 at 10:07 am

    I’m guessing it’s the cheese in the crust that is making all of the difference. I have never prepared it that way before, but it sounds delish!

    Reply
  5. Terri Steffes

    May 4, 2019 at 2:04 pm

    5 stars
    I have needed this in my life for two years. It is this comfort food that I miss the most.

    Reply
  6. Annemarie LeBlanc

    May 4, 2019 at 2:08 pm

    5 stars
    Chicken Pot Pie is always a winner in my family. I love this Keto version. I do have some friends and family members who follow the keto lifestyle. I am glad I came across this recipe. I will make this for them when they come over for a visit.

    Reply
  7. Cobus vdM

    May 4, 2019 at 2:32 pm

    Oooooe, yummy.
    I love to eat low carb, but sometimes things can get a bit bland. This recipe really needs to be tried out and the pictures are rather appetizing 🙂
    Thanks for sharing a great food idea.

    Reply
  8. Fatima Torres

    May 4, 2019 at 7:53 pm

    I hear almond flour can be a bit sweet and when you use it, you can skip on the sugar. That’s always a bonus in my book.

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  9. Heather Barber McMechan

    May 4, 2019 at 7:55 pm

    5 stars
    What a good easy fix for the chicken pot pie lovers. I like that you chose almond flour.

    Reply
  10. KeshiaRichmond

    May 4, 2019 at 8:17 pm

    This looks yummy. I would try to make it with a double crust!

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  11. Jessica Hughes

    May 5, 2019 at 2:06 am

    5 stars
    Obsessed with this keto version! Only 5 net carbs?!

    Reply
  12. emman damian

    May 5, 2019 at 10:14 am

    Keto Chicken Pot Pie sounds amazing! I like it because it tastes really good! So yummy!

    Reply
  13. Kristine Nicole Alessandra

    May 5, 2019 at 3:01 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious! I have not tried making chicken pot pie, but my sister makes a mean one too. I will download and save your recipe. Maybe we’ll have this next weekend. It will be a special pre-Mother’s day meal for my family!

    Reply
  14. TonexSEO

    May 5, 2019 at 5:41 pm

    Nice recipe, though I have not tasted “CHICKEN POT Pie” all my life… Hope it tastes as sweet as it apears

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  15. Blair

    August 9, 2019 at 11:29 am

    5 stars
    This looks so good! Can’t wait to try this someday. Thanks a lot for sharing!

    Reply
  16. Alisha Ross

    August 10, 2019 at 5:32 am

    5 stars
    This is the best indoor chicken I’ve ever made, and I used boxed, frozen chicken breasts. Can’t wait to try this out with fresh ones… maybe post up some ideas for side dishes?

    Reply
  17. Li

    August 26, 2019 at 4:34 am

    Can a tsp of gelatin work instead of xanthum gum to thicken?

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    • Wendy Polisi

      August 26, 2019 at 12:58 pm

      I haven’t tried it but it should work. The only issue would be that you need to let it cool slightly for the gelatin to thicken.

      Reply
  18. Wendy

    November 4, 2019 at 6:33 pm

    5 stars
    My husband and I loved this recipe. The only thing was my crust sunk down into the pie a little. Maybe I need to make the crust larger around the bowls. Although they weren’t the prettiest, they tasted great.

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    • Wendy Polisi

      November 4, 2019 at 7:25 pm

      So glad that you enjoyed it! Yes, if you make the crusts a little larger they shouldn’t sink.

      Reply

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