How To Freeze Chicken Pot Pie
If you’re looking for a quick, delicious meal, why not try a chicken pot pie? Chicken pot pies are a flavorful one dish meal that is sure to please the whole family. But once you make it, what do you do with any leftovers? You can freeze it for later use. Here’s how:
Step 1: Cool
The first step in freezing your chicken pot pie is to wait until it has cooled completely. Do not put it in the fridge or try to rush the cooling process. It is important that all the ingredients cool before freezing.
Step 2: Divide
Once the pot pie is cooled, divide it into individual servings and put each serving into separate containers. Make sure to leave enough room in each container so that you can put a lid on each one.
Step 3: Label
Label the containers with the type of food and the date. This will help you keep track of when it needs to be eaten and help make sure you freeze the right leftovers in the future.
Step 4: Freeze
Put your containers in the freezer and allow them to freeze for several hours. Keep in mind that if you store them for too long, they could suffer a loss of flavor.
Step 5: Reheat
When you’re ready to enjoy your frozen chicken pot pie, all you have to do is remove it from the container, place it in the oven and bake it for 20-25 minutes at 350 degrees or until it is heated through. Voila!
Tips:
- Make sure to cool the chicken pot pie completely before dividing and freezing.
- Label containers with the type of food and the date you made it.
- Do not store frozen chicken pot pies for too long or they may suffer a loss of flavor.
- Reheat frozen chicken pot pies in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.
Following the steps above will help you prevent food waste and make enjoying a delicious chicken pot pie whenever you want a snap!
