Ham Pot Pie
This ham pot pie is filled with ham, veggies, and a creamy sauce all in a flaky pie crust. This dish is perfect for using up leftover ham and making a meal everyone will love!
Ham Pot Pie
If you have leftover ham or are just wanting something a bit different for making with ham, this ham pot pie is a great option!
I love pot pies. I love making a dish that includes vegetables as part of it and this fits the bill.
This ham pot pie is easy to make.
Whether for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion, this pot pie is sure to be a hit and leave everyone wanting seconds.
Ingredients for Ham Pot Pie
Cooked ham: Diced into small pieces. This can be leftover ham from a previous meal or any store-bought cooked ham.
Butter: Use unsalted butter.
Onion: Finely chopped. Yellow or white onions work well.
Carrots & celery: Diced. Make sure to cut them into uniform pieces for even cooking.
Frozen peas: These should be added directly to the pot without thawing.
All-purpose flour: Make sure to cook it with butter before adding liquids to avoid a raw flour taste.
Seasonings: Dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper. You can adjust the quantities to taste.
Chicken or vegetable broth: Either will work. Feel free to use homemade or store-bought.
Milk: Whole milk is preferred for a richer sauce, but 2% can be used as well.
Refrigerated pie crusts: Typically comes with two crusts per package. These save time, but you can make your own if you prefer homemade crusts. Make sure they are brought to room temperature.
How to Make Ham Pot Pie
Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once butter is melted, add chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and cook until they are tender, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
Then, stir in diced ham and frozen peas, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
After that, sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir well to coat all the ingredients. Cook for 1-2 minutes to get rid of the raw flour taste.
Add in dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper to the skillet.
Pour in chicken or vegetable broth and milk, and keep stirring until the mixture thickens.
Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to mix together.
Next, roll out one pie crust and put it in the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish.
Pour the ham and vegetable filling into the crust.
Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the filling, pressing the edges to seal the pie.
Cut a few slits in the top crust to let steam escape.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Let the Ham Pot Pie cool for a few minutes before serving.
Tips & Tricks to Make the Best Ham Pot Pie
Here are some tips for making ham pot pie:
Frozen Veggies: Use frozen mixed vegetables instead of chopping fresh ones if you are short on time.
Extra Herbs: Adding fresh herbs like parsley or chives on top before baking can give your pie a burst of fresh flavor.
Leftover Potatoes: Have leftover mashed potatoes or stuffing? You can either add a layer of stuffing under the top pie crust or mix mashed potatoes into the filling for a heartier dish. You can also sub out the top pie crus with the leftover mashed potatoes and make this into a ham Shepherd's pie instead.
Instant Thickener: If your filling is too runny, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with a bit of cold water and stir it into the filling to thicken it up quickly.
How to Store Leftovers
To store leftovers of ham pot pie, start by letting the pie cool down to room temperature.
Once cooled, transfer the leftovers to an airtight container or cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
Store in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
What to Serve with Ham Pot Pie
Green Beans Almondine: Fresh green beans sautéed with almonds pairs great with this ham pot pie.
Steamed Corn: Sweet, juicy corn lightly coated with butter is another great side for this.
Caesar Salad: A crisp Caesar salad always goes great with meals.
Garlic Mashed Potatoes: Creamy garlic mashed potatoes is another wonderful side.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts: Roasted brussels sprouts is another great side with this ham pot pie.
Steamed Carrots with Honey Glaze: Sweet and tender honey-glazed carrots.
Quick Dinner Rolls: Soft dinner rolls or flaky biscuits are perfect for sopping up the delicious sauce from the pot pie.
Apple Sauce: The sweet and tart flavors of apple sauce goes surprisingly well with ham pot pie.
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Ham Pot Pie
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups cooked ham diced
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 carrots diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ½ cups chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ cup milk
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts 2 crusts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the diced ham and frozen peas, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir well to coat the ingredients. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Add the dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Roll out one pie crust and place it in the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Pour the ham and vegetable filling into the crust.
- Roll out the second pie crust and place it over the filling. Press the edges to seal the pie and cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow the Ham Pot Pie to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Please note that the nutritional content of this recipe will vary based on the specific ingredients used. For a detailed breakdown of the nutritional values, consider using a recipe nutrition calculator with the exact brands and measurements you've used.
