Bariatric Pot Pie
Kenneth Cadieux
July 08, 2026
Bariatric Pot Pie is a bariatric-friendly, portion-controlled main course built for life after weight loss surgery. This pot pie recipe supports gastric sleeve (VSG), gastric bypass, and GLP-1 patients with high-protein, low-volume portions that satisfy without overfilling a post-op stomach.
Ingredients
- 1 Can of Cream of Chicken Soup
- 1 Bag of Mixed Vegetables
- 1 Container of Biscuits
Directions
Step 1:
Open a bag of frozen vegetables and add them to a large bowl that can be placed in the microwave. Spoiler alert: we will be using a microwave!
Step 2:
Next add an entire can of cream of chicken soup followed by some rotisserie chicken breast. Toss this in the microwave for 5 minutes stirring halfway through You'll notice I use rotisserie chicken in most of my recipes because its quick, easy, and is inexpensive.
Step 3:
Next let's make our crust. Break open the can of biscuits and flatten them out into a muffin pan. Make sure to use pam because these will stick! After forming your pie crust, add the pie filling to each cup. Bake these in the oven at 375 degrees for 20 minutes.
Step 4:
Serve on a plate and enjoy! See- I told you that was easy!
Bariatric Portion & Prep Tips
Protein-first eating drives success after bariatric surgery. The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery recommends prioritizing protein at every meal and stopping at the first sign of fullness. Prepping pot pie in a BariBowl portion-control container keeps servings post-op sized automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Pot Pie recipe bariatric-friendly?
Yes — this pot pie recipe is portion-controlled and protein-forward, designed for gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and gastric band patients.
Can I eat pot pie after gastric sleeve surgery?
Once your surgeon clears you for the soft or regular food phase, portion-controlled pot pie fits well into a post-op bariatric diet.
How should I portion pot pie after weight loss surgery?
Start with a half-cup serving, eat slowly, and stop at the first sign of fullness — a portion-control container like the BariBowl makes this automatic.
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