Two frozen chicken pot pies can look almost identical under the freezer lights. The difference you might care about most is underneath the filling. Some pies have pastry on top and bottom, while others have a single lid. Choose based on what you want in the last bite: a bit of pastry under the gravy, or more filling after the lid is gone.
Read the description beyond the front photo
Look for wording such as “top and bottom crust” or “puff pastry topping.” The top of the pie in a package photo can hide the sides, so check the back or the manufacturer’s description if the crust style matters to you. A pastry lid gives you a flaky top to break up as you eat. A double crust gives you another layer to scoop up with the filling.
Check how the pie is meant to be cooked
Read the directions before you buy if you only have a microwave or a limited lunch break. Cooking methods and standing times vary by product, so use the directions for the pie in your hand. Compare the package weights too: two boxes sold as individual dinners can hold different amounts. If you’re feeding several people and would rather make one pan, try our chicken and stuffing casserole.
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