How to Cook Costco Chicken Pot Pie (Plus My Family’s Review)

If you’re looking for an easy dinner that requires almost no prep, Costco’s Chicken Pot Pie is one of those meals that’s hard to beat. It’s huge, filling, and basically an entire dinner in one dish.

My family loves it. My husband and kids are always happy when I bring one home from Costco, and because the pie is so large, it usually feeds our family of four for two meals.

The only tricky part? The crust can be very easy to overcook.

After making Costco’s Chicken Pot Pie many times, I’ve learned a few simple tricks that make a big difference.

How to Cook Costco Chicken Pot Pie

Costco’s Chicken Pot Pie is sold refrigerated in the prepared foods section, so it needs to be fully heated in the oven before serving.

I bake the Costco Chicken Pot Pie at 375°F.

Place the chicken pot pie on a baking sheet before putting it in the oven. This is important because the filling can bubble over the edge of the pie while it cooks.

I always line my baking sheet with parchment paper first.

Trust me, this makes cleanup so much easier.

If any of the creamy chicken filling spills out, you can simply throw away the parchment paper instead of scraping baked-on filling from your baking sheet.

Don’t Forget the Aluminum Foil

One of the biggest problems with cooking the Costco Chicken Pot Pie is that the crust can brown much faster than the inside of the pie heats up.

It’s very easy to end up with a crust that’s too dark—or even burnt—before the middle is completely hot.

That’s why I recommend keeping aluminum foil nearby.

If you notice the crust getting too brown, loosely cover the top or the edges of the pie with aluminum foil. The foil helps protect the crust while allowing the filling to continue heating.

I usually keep an eye on the pie as it cooks rather than simply putting it in the oven and forgetting about it.

How Long Does Costco Chicken Pot Pie Take to Cook?

Because the Costco Chicken Pot Pie is so large, expect it to take quite a while to heat all the way through.

A nearly 6-pound pie can take around 1½ hours, depending on your oven and the exact size of the pie.

The most important thing is not to rely on cooking time alone.

Check the center of the pie with a food thermometer. The filling should reach 165°F before serving.

But here’s an important tip: check the temperature in multiple spots.

Because the pie is so large, one area may already read 165°F while another part of the filling is still cooler. I like to test a few different spots, especially near the center, to make sure the whole pie is heated through.

Don’t assume it’s done just because you get one 165°F reading.

Always check the cooking instructions on your Costco package as well, since preparation instructions can change.

Let the Pie Rest Before Cutting It

Once the Costco Chicken Pot Pie is fully heated, I recommend letting it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.

This is partly because the filling is extremely hot straight from the oven, but it also gives the filling time to settle and thicken slightly.

As you can see in my video, if you cut into the pie too soon, the filling can spill out everywhere and your slice may look pretty messy.

It will still taste delicious.

But if you want a cleaner-looking slice that holds together better, give the pie a little time to cool before cutting into it.

What Is Inside Costco Chicken Pot Pie?

Costco’s Chicken Pot Pie is a classic comfort-food dinner with chicken, vegetables and a creamy filling underneath a flaky pie crust.

It includes vegetables such as carrots and peas, which is one reason I consider it such an easy complete meal.

You have your chicken, vegetables, creamy filling and crust all in one dish.

I don’t usually feel like I need to make a bunch of sides to go with it.

If you want something extra, you could serve it with a simple green salad, but honestly, on busy nights we just eat the pot pie.

How Much Does Costco Chicken Pot Pie Cost?

One of the reasons I think Costco’s Chicken Pot Pie is a good family dinner is the size.

At my Costco, the Chicken Pot Pie is around $3.99 per pound, and the pies I buy are usually close to 6 pounds.

That puts a typical pie at around $24.

It sounds expensive at first for a prepared meal, but this pie is enormous.

For my family of four, one Costco Chicken Pot Pie usually lasts us two meals.

That works out to roughly eight family-size servings, or around $3 per serving, depending on how large you cut the slices.

For a prepared dinner that requires almost no work, I think that’s pretty reasonable.

My Costco Chicken Pot Pie Review

Costco Chicken Pot Pie is a definite hit in our house.

My husband and both of my kids love it, which automatically makes it something I’m willing to buy again. Finding a prepared meal everyone will actually eat is always a win.

It’s rich, filling and comforting, especially when the weather starts getting colder.

I also like that I don’t have to make separate vegetables or another main dish. Because there are chicken, carrots and peas inside, I consider it a complete meal.

And because the pie is so large, dinner is basically taken care of for two nights.

The biggest downside is that it takes a long time to cook. This isn’t something you can put in the oven when everyone is already starving and expect dinner in 30 minutes.

You definitely need to plan ahead.

And again, watch that crust. The filling takes a long time to heat through, so the top can become overly browned if you don’t protect it with foil.

A Note About Food Allergies

My son has a peanut and tree-nut allergy, and he eats the Costco Chicken Pot Pie without a problem based on the product we’ve purchased.

However, ingredients, suppliers and manufacturing practices can change. If you or someone in your family has a food allergy, always read the current ingredient and allergen label on the package yourself before eating it.

What works for my family shouldn’t replace checking the packaging for your own allergy situation.

My Costco Chicken Pot Pie Cooking Tips

Here are the things I do every time I make it:

• Preheat the oven to 375°F.
• Put the chicken pot pie on a baking sheet.
• Line the baking sheet with parchment paper in case the filling bubbles over.
• Keep aluminum foil nearby.
• Cover the crust or edges with foil if they’re browning too quickly.
• Check the internal temperature in several different spots.
• Make sure the filling reaches 165°F throughout, not just in one section.
• Let the pie rest for about 10 minutes before cutting into it.
• If you cut it too soon, expect a messy slice—but it will still taste great.
• Check the package instructions in case Costco changes its recommended preparation method.

Is Costco Chicken Pot Pie Worth It?

For my family, yes.

At around $24 for a nearly 6-pound pie that gives my family of four about two meals, I think Costco’s Chicken Pot Pie is a convenient dinner to keep in the rotation.

It’s hearty, the kids like it, my husband likes it, and I don’t have to prepare multiple dishes.

Just remember my three most important Costco Chicken Pot Pie tips: line your baking sheet with parchment paper, protect the crust with aluminum foil, and check the temperature in more than one spot.

And if you want your slice to look better than mine did in the video, give it a few minutes to cool before you cut into it.