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33 perfect pot pies for easy dinners

Tuck into a hearty pot pie this winter to warm you up from the inside out.

With everything from tender lamb shanks topped with mash to a light and easy fish and kale pie, these warming wonders will become your go-to dishes in the cooler months. Try our vegetarian pasta pot pie for meat-free Monday or give dinner a sophisticated touch with a rabbit and red wine pie. Whichever you choose, we just know you’ll be back for seconds!

Looking for more savoury pie recipes?

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Vegetable and lentil pot pies

Vegetable and lentil pot pies

Packed with lentils and veg and topped with potato and sweet potato mash, this hearty vegetarian pot pies are guaranteed to satisfy.

curried beef and pea pie

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Curried beef and pea pie

Curried beef and pea pie

chunky beef and vegetable pie

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Chunky beef and vegetable pie

Chunky beef and vegetable pie

BEEF AND SHIITAKE MUSHROOM PIE

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Beef and shiitake mushroom pie

Beef and shiitake mushroom pie

A big hearty beef and mushroom pie for the whole family.

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Chicken, potato and leek pot pies

Chicken, potato and leek pot pies

Dig your spoon through the flaky pastry to get to the creamy, chicken centre. Packed full of flavoursome leek and roast potatoes for a satisfying meal

chicken, mushroom & fennel pies

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Creamy chicken, mushroom & fennel pie

Creamy chicken, mushroom & fennel pie

These are serious little pies; tender chunks of chicken, earthy mushrooms and fennel swimming in a creamy mustard sauce and topped with golden, flaky pastry.

STEAK AND KIDNEY PIE

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Steak and kidney pie

Steak and kidney pie

spanish chicken pie

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Spanish chicken pie

Spanish chicken pie

Chicken, chorizo, tomato and saffron come together in this delicious Spanish pie.

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Chicken and mushroom pot pies

The filling for these delicious little chicken and mushroom pot pies can be made a day ahead, meaning you just have to pop the pastry lid on and bake them when you’re ready to eat.

chicken curry pot pies

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Chicken curry pot pies

Quick, easy and fun chicken curry pot pies to impress the kids.

fish pot pies

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Fish pot pies

Fish pot pies

These creamy individual fish pies will be gobbled up by the whole family.

Chicken pot pie

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Chicken pot pie

Chicken pot pie

Chicken, leek and pumpkin pot pies

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Chicken, leek and pumpkin pot pies

Chicken, leek and pumpkin pot pies

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Fish pie with potato and celeriac mash

Fish pie with potato and celeriac mash

Veal Pie with Cheesy Semolina Topping

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Veal pie with cheesy semolina topping

Veal pie with cheesy semolina topping

Satisfy those savoury cravings with this hearty winter bake. Tender veal, carrots and celery sit perfectly under a layer of cheesy semolina that will leave your belly and your taste buds perfectly content.

creamy chicken pot pies recipe

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Creamy chicken and vegetable pot pies

Creamy chicken and vegetable pot pies

A creamy chicken and vegetable mixture is topped with flaky, golden puff pastry in these easy pot pies – the perfect pick for easy family dinners the kids will love.

Chicken and mushroom gravy pies

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Chicken and mushroom gravy pies

Chicken and mushroom gravy pies

A deliciously warming chicken and mushroom filling is here topped with buttery pastry and served with crisp beans. This is one dish that makes staying at home on a cold night an even better option.

Slow-cooked lamb shank pie

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Slow-cooked lamb shank pie

Slow-cooked lamb shank pie

Make the tender lamb filling a day early for an easier cook. The combination of juicy lamb and a buttery pastry makes for a meal so memorable, it’ll be worth all the effort you put in.

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Mediterranean fish pie

Mediterranean fish pie

The pangrattato, toasted bread crumbs in Italian, adds a delightful crunch and paired tender fish and Mediterranean spices creates the perfect fish pie.

four-bean chilli pie with cornbread crust

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Four-bean chilli pie with cornbread crust

Four-bean chilli pie with cornbread crust

vegetable and lentil potato pie

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Vegetable and lentil potato pie

This healthy and tasty vegetable and lentil potato pie is packed full of vitamins and every bit as hearty as a meat based cottage pie. Perfect for a family meat-free Monday meal.

Steak and kidney pie

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Steak and kidney pie

This hearty family classic, the humble steak and kidney pie is packed full of flavour and protein. Enjoy a serving straight out of the oven with a dollop of mashed potato for a delicious winter dinner.

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Lamb, spinach & feta pie

Lamb, spinach & feta pie

Enjoy the flavours of the Mediterranean with rich lamb, creamy feta and delicious tender spinach under a buttery, crumbly pastry.

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Rogan josh lamb pie with coriander chutney

Rogan josh lamb pie with coriander chutney

BEEF AND SHIITAKE MUSHROOM PIE

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Beef and shiitake mushroom pie

Beef and shiitake mushroom pie

A big hearty beef and mushroom pie for the whole family.

LAMB AND ROSEMARY PIES WITH SCONE TOPPING

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Lamb and rosemary pies with scone topping

Lamb and rosemary pies with scone topping

These hearty pot pies with scone topping are quick to prepare and all you have to do is sit back and relax while they bake away. The perfect pick for an easy dinner the whole family will love.

beef and rosemary pies with scone topping

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Beef and rosemary pies with scone topping

Beef and rosemary pies with scone topping

These delicious, hearty pot pies are quick to prepare and then all you have to do is sit back and relax while they bake away. They’re the perfect pick for an easy midweek dinner the kids will love.

liver, mushroom and bacon pies

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Liver, mushroom and bacon pies

Liver, mushroom and bacon pies

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Moroccan-style lamb pies

Moroccan-style lamb pies

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Eggplant and mushroom pasta pot pie

Eggplant and mushroom pasta pot pie

Give an Italian twist to the classic Australian pie with this filling vegetarian pasta pot pie.

pot pie recipes

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Leftover lamb pot pies with mushy peas

Leftover lamb pot pies with mushy peas

These hearty lamb shank and potato pies are the perfect way to use up leftover meat and vegies from a roast dinner. Serve them warm, fresh out from the oven, with a generous dollop of minted mushy peas.

lamb and eggplant pot pies with fetta crust

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Lamb and eggplant pot pies with fetta crust

Lamb and eggplant pot pies with fetta crust

chicken and pumpkin pot pies

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Chicken and pumpkin pot pies

Chicken and pumpkin pot pies

These delicious pot pies are a fantastic option for lunch. Small in size but big on taste, they’ll have you wanting more so double the recipe. It’s also suitable for diabetics.

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