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1Repair Windows errors before they cause bigger problems2Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minute3Clear out junk files and repair common Windows errorsYes. You can freeze cooked meat-free chicken pot pie and reheat it later. Get it into the fridge or freezer within two hours of cooking or serving (within one hour if the temperature is above 90°F), package it airtight, and reheat it to 165°F throughout. You can reheat it from frozen; it will take longer than reheating a thawed pie.
How to freeze leftover pot pie
- Chill or freeze it promptly. Refrigerate or freeze cooked leftovers within two hours, or within one hour when the temperature is above 90°F. If you will not eat refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, freeze them sooner.
- Package it well. Divide a large pie into portions if that makes it easier to cool, store, or reheat. Wrap portions tightly or use airtight freezer-safe packaging to limit drying and freezer odors.
- Keep it at 0°F or below. USDA FSIS recommends this freezer temperature. Its general leftover guidance gives 3–4 months in the freezer for best quality; food continuously kept frozen remains safe longer, although flavor and texture can decline.
For a commercial pie, check the current package label for whether it should remain frozen and how to store opened portions. Product-specific storage and heating directions can differ.
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Reheat it safely
USDA FSIS says frozen casseroles and combination meals can be reheated without thawing, in an oven or microwave. Directly reheating from frozen takes longer. FSIS gives approximately one and a half times the usual cooking or reheating time as a general estimate for frozen casseroles—not a tested time or temperature setting for every pot pie.
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Use package heating directions when available, then check the filling with a food thermometer. Reheat leftovers to 165°F, checking several places, including the center. A crisp or browned crust does not show that the filling has reached a safe temperature.
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- One 7 oz Banquet Chicken Pot Pie frozen meal
- Hearty, delicious pot pies offer convenient frozen entrees
- This frozen food contains tender chicken and veggies with creamy gravy in a flaky, made-from-scratch crust
- Prepare these frozen meals in the microwave for 4 to 5 minutes and let stand for 3 minutes or bake for 32 to 34 minutes and let stand for 5 minutes
- Frozen dinners make a quick option for lunches and dinners with homemade taste from the microwave or oven
Oven
Follow the package directions if this is a store-bought pie. If reheating a homemade pie, use an oven-safe dish and allow extra time if it is frozen. Check the center and other areas of the filling with a thermometer rather than relying on a fixed time or the crust’s appearance.
Microwave
Cover the dish and rotate it during heating to help distribute heat. Let it stand briefly, then check several places for cold spots and confirm the filling reaches 165°F throughout. Microwave heating can be uneven, so elapsed time alone is not a reliable safety check.
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- Four pack of 15 oz Marie Callender's Chicken Pot Pie frozen meal
- Featuring chicken and garden vegetables in a golden, flaky crust, this easy-to-prepare frozen chicken pot pie family meal makes for a warm, hearty meal anywhere and anytime
- This frozen dinner contains 17 grams of protein per serving and is made without artificial flavors, colors or preservatives, so you can enjoy wholesome meals without compromising on flavor
- Heat this frozen food in the microwave for 8 1/2 to 10 minutes, let it stand for 5 minutes, or prepare ready made meals in the oven 60 to 65 minutes, let stand for 5 minutes, for convenient, comfort food flavor
- Marie Callender's offers a variety of frozen meals that are perfect for a family dinner or individual microwave meals any time of the day; keep frozen family meals in the freezer until you are ready to prepare
Thaw first or reheat from frozen?
Either approach is suitable for leftovers: you can thaw the pie safely in the refrigerator before reheating, or reheat it directly from frozen and allow more time. If you thaw it, USDA FSIS recommends the refrigerator, cold water in leak-proof packaging, or the microwave. Do not thaw perishable food on the counter.
Food thawed in the refrigerator can be refrozen. If you thawed it in cold water, cook it before refreezing; if you thawed it in the microwave, heat it to 165°F before refreezing.
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- 15 oz. Marie Callender's Chicken Pot Pie
- Indulge in tender chicken and savory vegetables and gravy in a golden, flaky, made-from-scratch crust
- This tasty pot pie contains 11 g protein per serving
- Contains no preservatives, artificial colors, or artificial flavors
- A convenient microwavable meal you can enjoy in minutes
How long does it keep?
| Storage | USDA FSIS guidance for leftovers | What the time means |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | 3–4 days | General refrigerated-leftover guidance; freeze sooner if you will not eat it in that window. |
| Freezer at 0°F or below | 3–4 months | Best-quality window. Food continuously frozen remains safe longer, but quality may deteriorate. |
These are general leftover recommendations, not results from a test of a particular meat-free pie, recipe, appliance, or brand. For the safety temperature and leftover storage guidance, see USDA FSIS: Leftovers and Food Safety and USDA FSIS: What is the proper way to reheat leftovers?.
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- Prepare these frozen meals in the microwave for 4 to 5 minutes and let stand for 3 minutes or bake for 32 to 36 minutes and let stand for 5 minutes
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- Four pack of 10 oz Marie Callender's Chicken Pot Pie frozen meal
- Featuring chicken and garden vegetables in a golden, flaky crust, this easy-to-prepare frozen chicken pot pie family meal makes for a warm, hearty meal anywhere and anytime
- This frozen dinner contains 17 grams of protein per serving and is made without artificial flavors, colors or preservatives, so you can enjoy wholesome meals without compromising on flavor
- Heat this frozen food in the microwave for 5 to 6 1/2 minutes, let it stand for 5 minutes, or prepare ready made meals in the oven 50 minutes, let stand for 5 minutes, for convenient, comfort food flavor
- Marie Callender's offers a variety of frozen meals that are perfect for a family dinner or individual microwave meals any time of the day; keep frozen family meals in the freezer until you are ready to prepare
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