Our customers always ask, "what salads pair well with your chicken pot pies". 

This is what I tell them every time...

The secret to the perfect salad and pot pie pairing is balancing textures. 

Think tender spring greens with a bright citrus vinaigrette, or crisp apple and fennel slaw that adds a refreshing crunch.

The goal isn't to compete with those aromatic herbs and vegetables in your pot pie – it's to complement them.

Here are the top 9 salad pairings for a chicken pot pie. 

Quick & Light Salads Ready in 5 Minutes

When you bite into a creamy, flaky pot pie , your palate craves something bright and fresh as a counterpoint.

While your homestyle pot pie is warming, let's create a salad that's bursting with garden-fresh flavors and satisfying crunch.

You can prepare each of these recipes within 5 minutes – the same time it takes to warm an Aunt Ethel's Pot Pie.  

1. Mixed Greens Salad (View Recipe)

Start with a rainbow of tender lettuces – from peppery baby arugula to sweet butter lettuce leaves.

Toss in a handful of crisp watercress and delicate frisée for added dimension.

The magic happens when you drizzle a honey-lemon vinaigrette over top. 

2. Caesar Salad (View Recipe)

While your pot pie is warming, toss crisp romaine hearts in rich, garlicky Caesar dressing.

Add a bit of fresh-cracked black pepper and aged Parmesan to create an irresistible contrast to your creamy chicken and vegetable filling. 

The briny punch of anchovy in the dressing cuts through the richness of the pie filling, while the Parmesan echos comforting qualities of the herb-infused gravy.

3. Spinach Salad  (View Recipe)

Picture tender baby spinach leaves, their deep emerald color providing the perfect backdrop for what's about to become your favorite pot pie companion.

Toss these nutrient-rich greens with paper-thin slices of crisp Honeycrisp apple, adding that sweet-tart crunch that cuts through your pie's rich, savory filling.

A scatter of honey-glazed walnuts brings out the buttery notes in your pie's crust, while quick-pickled red onions add a zingy brightness.

The finishing touch? A honey balsamic vinaigrette that creates an intoxicating blend of sweet, tangy, and savory notes.

4. Arugula Salad (View Recipe)

Scatter paper-thin shavings of aged Parmesan into a bowl of tender baby arugula leaves. 

Add a handful of honey-roasted pine nuts for warmth and crunch.

Spice it up with paper-thin slices of crisp Honeycrisp apple that provide just the right amount of sweetness and snap.

The finishing touch? A light lemon vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil and a touch of honey, brightening every bite of our savory pot pie filling. 

5. Kale Salad (View Recipe)

Start with fresh kale, add crisp honey-crisp apple matchsticks for sweetness and crunch, thinly shaved fennel, and a generous handful of toasted hazelnuts.

The magic happens when you drizzle a lemon-honey vinaigrette, which cuts through the richness of the pot pie while highlighting the natural pepperiness of the kale.

Shower freshly grated Parmesan cheese for that rich, savory flavor that makes every bite more satisfying. 

Seasonal Pairings: A Year-Round Guide to Perfect Combinations

As the seasons change, so should your salad pairings.

Here's how we complement our 5-minute gourmet pot pies throughout the year:

Spring: Garden Awakening (View Recipe)

Picture delicate butter lettuce leaves dressed with fresh-snipped chives and dill.

A light champagne vinaigrette whispers of honey notes, while micro basil adds unexpected bursts of flavor. 

7. Summer: Sun-Ripened Glory (View Recipe)

Imagine thick slices of heirloom tomatoes, layered with crisp Persian cucumbers and paper-thin red onions.

Dress this vibrant medley with cold-pressed olive oil and aged balsamic, then scatter torn basil leaves and flaky sea salt across the top.

Each bite provides a juicy contrast to your golden-crusted pie, creating that perfect balance of comfort and freshness.

8. Fall: Harvest Harmony (View Recipe)

Toss maple-roasted butternut squash and candied pecans with crisp apple matchsticks and bitter radicchio.

A warm cider vinaigrette brings everything together, while crumbled aged cheddar echoes the richness of your pie's filling.

It's like capturing autumn's abundance on a plate.

9. Winter: Bright & Bold (View Recipe)

Picture: ruby-red grapefruit segments and blood orange wheels nest in butter lettuce, with pomegranate seeds scattered throughout.

A sherry vinaigrette with a touch of honey creates a sophisticated counterpoint to your pie's savory depth.

Fresh fennel adds a crisp note that cuts through rich, warming bites.

Your Perfect Pot Pie Dinner

Creating moments of connection around the dinner table doesn't have to mean hours in the kitchen.

As a family-owned business that grew through serving authentic, ready-made pot pies to busy families, we understand that dinner should be both convenient and memorable.

Our 5-minute gourmet pot pies already deliver the comfort of homestyle cooking without the wait, and now you have a collection of perfectly paired salads to complete your meal.

Want more pot pie pairings? Check out this article for the best side dishes to serve with your chicken pot pie.