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Spooky Skull Chicken Pot Pies

Skull Chicken Pot Pies bring a Halloween twist to a classic dish. Filled with savory chicken and veggies, wrapped in flaky dough, they’re a fun and tasty treat for parties or family dinners.

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Updated on Fri, 03 Jan 2025 22:51:27 GMT
A baked pastry shaped like a skull filled with vegetables and meat, served on a black plate.
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Get ready for a spooky twist on a classic dish with these Skull Chicken Pot Pies! Perfect for Halloween gatherings, these fun-shaped pot pies are filled with a savory chicken mixture that will please everyone at the table.

INGREDIENTS

  • Crescent Dough Sheets: 2 cans (8 ounces each), used to create the skull shape.
  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: 1 pound, the main protein for the filling.
  • Frozen Mixed Vegetables: 1/2 cup, adds color and nutrients.
  • Cream of Chicken Soup: 1 can (10.5 ounces), makes the filling creamy.
  • Cream of Mushroom Soup: 1 can (10.5 ounces), enhances flavor and creaminess.
  • Salt: 1/2 teaspoon, to season the filling.
  • Black Pepper: 1.5 teaspoons, adds spice to taste.
  • Onion Powder: 2 teaspoons, for a savory kick.
  • Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon, enhances the overall flavor profile.

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
Step 2:
Cook and shred the chicken.
Step 3:
Mix together shredded chicken with all ingredients except the Crescent Dough Sheets.
Step 4:
Roll out the Crescent Dough Sheet and cut into 4 equal parts.
Step 5:
Take one piece of the Crescent Dough Sheet and press it down into the skull mold, leaving some of the dough overlapping.
Step 6:
Spoon in 1/2 cup filling into the skull and pull the dough back over to cover the filling.
Step 7:
Press down on the skull.
Step 8:
Bake in the oven for 30 minutes.
Step 9:
Let cool for about 5 minutes before removing from the skull mold.

Serving and Storage Tips

  • Serve the skull pot pies warm, straight from the oven, for the best flavor.
  • Pair with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving to enjoy them warm again.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

  • Chef Gordon Ramsay recommends using fresh herbs for added flavor.
  • Rachael Ray suggests adding a dash of hot sauce for an extra kick.
  • Chef Ina Garten emphasizes the importance of letting the filling cool slightly before filling the dough.

VARIATIONS

  • Try using different proteins, such as ground beef or shredded vegetables.
  • Add different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for varied flavors.
  • Experiment with different shapes using other molds for festive occasions.

Spooky Skull Chicken Pot Pies

These Skull Chicken Pot Pies combine a savory chicken filling with crescent dough for a spooky twist on a classic dish, perfect for Halloween.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
30 Minutes
Total Time
45 Minutes
By: Meryem

Category: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 Servings (4 skull pot pies)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 2 cans (8 ounces each) seamless Crescent Dough Sheets.
02 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts.
03 1/2 cup frozen mixed vegetables.
04 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup.
05 10.5 ounce can cream of mushroom soup.
06 1/2 teaspoon salt.
07 1.5 teaspoon black pepper.
08 2 teaspoons onion powder.
09 1 teaspoon garlic powder.

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat oven to 375F.

Step 02

Cook and shred the chicken.

Step 03

Mix together shredded chicken with all ingredients except the Crescent Dough Sheets.

Step 04

Roll out Crescent Dough Sheet and cut into 4 equal parts.

Step 05

Take one piece of the Crescent Dough Sheet and press it down into the skull mold, leaving some of the Crescent Dough Sheet overlapping.

Step 06

Spoon in 1/2 cup filling into the skull and pull Crescent Dough Sheet back over to cover filling.

Step 07

Press down on skull.

Step 08

Bake in oven for 30 minutes.

Step 09

Let cool for about 5 minutes before removing from skull mold.

Notes

  1. Make sure the chicken is fully cooked before shredding.
  2. You can customize the filling with your favorite vegetables.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 350
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 30 g
  • Protein: 20 g