Minced Chicken and Mushroom Pie
This delightful Minced Chicken and Mushroom Pie marries the savory complexities of French cuisine with the comforting hominess of a classic pie. Featuring tender pieces of chicken and earthy mushrooms enveloped in a rich, creamy filling, this dish can elevate any meal into a feast.
Ingredients
Pie Base
- 1 sheet puff pastry - store-bought or homemade
Filling
500 grams ground chicken (minced chicken) - preferably organic
250 grams mushrooms - sliced, cremini or button mushrooms
1 medium onion - finely chopped
2 cloves garlic - minced
2 tablespoons olive oil - extra virgin for richness
2 tablespoons all purpose flour (plain flour Australia and UK)
250 milliliters chicken stock (chicken broth or chicken bouillon) - low-sodium preferred
125 milliliters heavy cream
1 teaspoon thyme - fresh, chopped
1 teaspoon salt - to taste
0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper - freshly ground
Egg Wash
1 medium egg - beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and cook until they begin to brown and release their juices, approximately 5 minutes.
- Add the minced chicken to the pan, stirring to break it apart. Cook until browned and cooked through, around 8 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for an additional 1 minute to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Gradually add the chicken stock, stirring to create a sauce. Follow with heavy cream and simmer until thickened, around 5 minutes. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Roll out the puff pastry and line a pie dish, reserving some for the top crust if desired. Add the chicken and mushroom filling.
- Cover with the remaining pastry if using, sealing the edges. Brush with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
Notes
If desired, add a splash of white wine to the filling for an additional depth of flavor. For dietary adjustments, consider using dairy-free cream alternatives.
Nutrition
Calories: 746kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 32gFat: 53gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 26gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 185mgSodium: 1068mgPotassium: 1002mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 549IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 58mgIron: 4mg
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