Skillet Marsala Chicken Pot Pie Recipe

Marsala Chicken Skillet Pot Pie is a cozy, homemade chicken pot pie made with tender seasoned chicken, celery, mushrooms, corn, peas, and a rich Marsala cream sauce under a golden puff pastry crust.

Marsala Chicken Skillet Pot Pie

This Marsala Chicken Skillet Pot Pie is the kind of comforting dinner that makes a cold evening feel a little warmer. It has everything you want in a classic chicken pot pie: a creamy filling, plenty of vegetables, hearty pieces of chicken, and a buttery pastry topping that bakes up beautifully golden and flaky.

Pot pies are always a welcome meal when you want something satisfying, but this version adds a little extra depth with Marsala cooking wine. The Marsala blends into the sauce with the chicken broth and cream, giving the filling a savory, slightly rich flavor that pairs especially well with mushrooms and chicken.

Marsala Chicken Skillet Pot Pie

Chicken pot pie has long been a favorite comfort food, and for good reason. It is warm, filling, and easy to serve as a complete meal. The chicken brings protein, the vegetables add color and texture, and the creamy sauce ties everything together. Instead of making a traditional pie crust from scratch, this recipe uses puff pastry for a simple topping that still feels special.

Marsala Chicken Skillet Pot Pie

When the weather is chilly, meals like this are exactly what many of us crave. Salads and lighter dishes have their place, but sometimes dinner needs to be hearty enough to warm you from the inside out. This skillet chicken pot pie is ideal for those nights when you want something homemade, creamy, and full of familiar flavors.

The filling starts with bite-size pieces of chicken cooked in olive oil and seasoning. Butter, celery, and mushrooms are then cooked together until tender, creating a flavorful base for the sauce. Flour thickens the mixture, while chicken broth, Marsala cooking wine, and heavy cream turn it into a smooth, rich filling. Corn and peas are stirred in near the end for sweetness, color, and classic pot pie texture.

Marsala Chicken Skillet Pot Pie

This recipe works especially well in a large ovenproof skillet, such as a 12-inch cast iron skillet. The skillet makes it easy to assemble the pot pie and gives it a rustic, family-style presentation. If you do not have an ovenproof skillet, you can pour the filling into a large casserole dish instead and bake it the same way.

Marsala Chicken Skillet Pot Pie

The Marsala cooking wine is optional, but it adds a wonderful flavor to the dish. If you are looking for Marsala cooking wine at the grocery store, it is often found near the vinegars or salad dressings rather than with regular wine and beer. If you prefer not to use it, you can replace it with additional chicken broth, though the flavor of the finished pot pie will be a little different.

Once the filling is poured into the skillet, a sheet of thawed puff pastry is placed over the top. A light egg wash helps the pastry brown in the oven, and a few small vents allow steam to escape while baking. After about 20 to 25 minutes, the top should be golden brown and crisp, with the creamy chicken filling bubbling underneath.

This Marsala Chicken Skillet Pot Pie is a great dinner for about four servings. Serve it hot from the oven, letting it rest briefly before spooning it onto plates or into bowls. It is rich, comforting, and full of the flavors that make homemade pot pie such a classic favorite.

Marsala Chicken Skillet Pot Pie

Marsala Chicken Skillet Pot Pie

Marsala Chicken Skillet Pot Pie

Created by Angie on January 9, 2017

Marsala Chicken Skillet Pot Pie
A comforting skillet chicken pot pie made with seasoned chicken, celery, mushrooms, corn, peas, Marsala cooking wine, and a flaky puff pastry topping.

  • Prep Time:
    30 minutes
  • Cook Time:
    25 minutes
  • Total Time:
    1 hour
  • Yield:
    About 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or extra virgin olive oil
  • 8 skinless chicken tenderloins, about 3 cups chopped chicken
  • 1 tablespoon favorite seasoning, such as Badia Complete Seasoning
  • 8 tablespoons butter
  • 3 ribs celery, washed and diced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup Marsala cooking wine
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or whole milk
  • 15 ounces canned corn kernels
  • 15 ounces canned green peas
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, defrosted
  • 1 egg, beaten

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • Chop the chicken into bite-size pieces.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat. Add the chicken and season it with 1 teaspoon of the seasoning.
  • Cook the chicken for 15 to 20 minutes, or until fully cooked.
  • Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
  • Add the butter to the same pot and melt it over medium heat.
  • Add the diced celery and sliced mushrooms, then stir to coat them in the butter.
  • Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
  • Stir in the flour and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and Marsala cooking wine. Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it thicken for a few minutes.
  • Stir in the heavy cream.
  • Add the corn and peas, then stir to combine.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the pot and add the remaining seasoning.
  • Taste the filling and add salt and pepper as needed.
  • Pour the filling into a large ovenproof skillet, such as a 12-inch cast iron skillet.
  • Roll out the puff pastry and place it over the top of the filling.
  • Gently press the pastry against the edges of the skillet.
  • Brush the top of the puff pastry with a light coating of beaten egg, then use a small knife to cut 3 small vents in the top.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbling.

Marsala Chicken Skillet Pot Pie