This 4-Ingredient Trader Joe's Dinner Is 'Magic in One Skillet'

Trader Joe’s shoppers already know that the chain is an excellent place to find snacks. With options like Garlic Butter Irish Potato Chips and Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip, it’s easy to see how Trader Joe’s has earned that reputation. But beyond snacks, TJ’s has a great selection of products to make quick and easy meals that the whole family will love.

For example, you can use five simple ingredients to create a creamy lobster pasta dish, and transform a bag of frozen Chicken Cilantro Mini Wontons into a flavorful, warming soup with just a few pantry staples.

Recently, we came across a simplified chicken pot pie skillet dinner made using only Trader Joe’s ingredients, and needless to say, it is immediately going in our meal rotation.

How To Make Chicken Pot Pie With Trader Joe’s Ingredients

Instagrammer @nutritionbymia is a registered dietitian who shares a variety of approachable recipes. There are countless posts of Trader Joe’s meal inspiration to scroll through, but it was one in particular that caught our attention: a four-ingredient chicken pot pie skillet dinner.

In the video, we see the creator shopping for ingredients: a can of TJ’s Organic Biscuits, pre-made mirepoix, Unexpected Broccoli Cheddar Soup, and Trader Joe’s heat-and-serve Grilled Chicken Strips.

We immediately loved this idea because it suggests shortcuts for some of the most time-consuming aspects of preparing the dish, such as chopping the vegetables and cooking the meat.

Another smart selection that caught our eye was the soup. Typically, you would use a can of condensed cream of chicken soup as the base for chicken pot pie, or make a simple roux with butter, flour, and milk. Instead, the Instagrammer chose a pre-made alternative that instantly adds flavor and gives the meal a subtle cheesy twist.

To assemble the dish, start by sautéeing the veggie blend with seasoning in an oven-safe pan. Next, chicken is chopped and added to the mix. Then, the soup is stirred in until well combined. The savory filling is then spread into a single layer and topped with the canned biscuits. The entire pan is placed into the oven until the biscuits are golden brown and baked through.

The comment section for the video quickly filled with excitement, and many people reported back with positive reviews of the recipe. “I made it last night, and it’s so yummy and hearty,” said one fan. “Made it today! Delish!” another exclaimed. “I’ve made this three times now. So easy and so good. I add peas and rosemary,” a third commented.

The main tip reviewers offer is baking the biscuits separately. Some said that they remained soggy on the bottom or didn’t cook fully when placed on top of the filling. Those who tried it suggested cutting the biscuits into chunks, similar to a bubble-up bake, or cutting them in the middle to create thinner biscuits. A few noted that puff pastry or store-bought pie crust would work well, too. Overall, many agreed that even with the extra step of baking the biscuits separately, this low effort meal is a home run.

So, the next time you’re in the mood for a cozy meal, be sure to head to Trader Joe’s and snag the ingredients for this quick and comforting dish.