Ninja Foodi Turkey Pot Pie Recipe: Crispy, Creamy Comfort

Pot pie is classic comfort food, and the Ninja Foodi makes it simple to turn a pile of turkey leftovers into a rich, flavorful pot pie in one pot. Normally pot pies take a while to assemble and bake, but the Ninja Foodi streamlines the process: sauté and pressure-cook the filling in the pot, then finish with the air-fryer setting to crisp a puff pastry topping into a tender, golden crust. This method saves time and produces a hearty, vegetable-packed pot pie that’s perfect for using up holiday turkey.

Overhead of ninja foodi turkey pot pie dished into bowls with wooden spoon

Ingredients for the best turkey pot pie

A great pot pie depends on plenty of fresh vegetables and a flavorful, slightly thickened sauce. This version is loaded with veggies and just enough turkey so each bite is satisfying without being heavy.

Leftover turkey (or chicken)
Unsalted butter
Onion
Mushrooms
Garlic
Carrots
Celery
Yukon Gold potatoes
Chicken broth
All-purpose flour
Heavy cream
Puff pastry
Salt
Pepper
Fresh thyme

Ingredients shot of ninja foodi turkey pot pie: celery, carrots, mushrooms, onion, thyme, puff pastry, chicken broth, salt, pepper, heavy cream, garlic, yukon gold potatoes, turkey, butter, flour

What type of potatoes for pot pie?

Yukon Golds are ideal for pot pie: their buttery, slightly nutty flavor and creamy texture blend into the filling without producing dense, floury chunks. Because their skins are thin and tender, peeling is optional. You can also use other waxy or all-purpose potatoes such as red potatoes if you prefer a different color or texture.

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How to make the Ninja Foodi turkey pot pie

Step 1: sauté the veggies

Select Sauté mode on the Ninja Foodi and set it to medium or medium-high. Melt the butter in the pot, then add diced onion, chopped carrots, celery, minced garlic, sliced mushrooms, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions turn translucent and the vegetables soften and become fragrant.

Step 2: add the turkey and potatoes

Add the diced Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed turkey (or chicken), and the chicken broth. Stir to combine and cook another few minutes on Sauté to bring the filling together. The potatoes will finish cooking under pressure.

Step 3: pressure cook

Set the Foodi to Pressure mode, lock the pressure lid and set the valve to seal. Pressure cook on High for 10 minutes. When the timer ends, carefully release the pressure according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Use a towel or mitt and open the lid away from your face to avoid steam or splatter.

Ninja Foodi turkey pot pie process photos

Step 4: add the flour and cream

With the lid open, stir in the flour and heavy cream to thicken the filling. Mix thoroughly until the sauce coats the vegetables and turkey and becomes noticeably thicker. If the filling still seems thin, switch to Sauté and cook for 3–5 minutes, stirring constantly. Add extra flour a tablespoon at a time if needed to reach the desired consistency.

Step 5: cover with puff pastry and air fry

Roll one sheet of thawed puff pastry large enough to cover the top of the Foodi pot. Use the inner air fryer basket as a template if helpful; remember the basket is slightly smaller than the pot, so roll the pastry a little larger than the basket circumference. Drape the pastry over the filling and crimp or tuck the edges as needed.

For a glossy, golden finish, brush the pastry with a beaten egg. Set the Ninja Foodi to Air Fry at 400°F and cook for about 8 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and nicely browned.

Step 6: scoop and serve

Use wooden or silicone utensils to protect the Foodi’s nonstick surface. Scoop portions into bowls and serve hot. This pot pie is excellent on its own or alongside a simple green salad.

Close up of turkey pot pie in a ceramic dish

What else is cooking?

If you’re planning to make your own turkey for leftovers, smoked or brined preparations pair beautifully with this pot pie. The smoky, sweet notes from a brown sugar bourbon brine or a classic wet brine give the bird extra depth and yield plenty of meat for leftovers. Roasted or smoked turkey both work well here.

For easy sides, roasted or air-fried potatoes make a quick accompaniment, or go light with steamed vegetables and a crisp salad to balance the richness of the pie.

Ninja foodi turkey pot pie close up in dishes with a wooden spoon

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