Chinese Chicken Pies

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 10
Savory Chinese Chicken Pies recipe for a filling meal
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Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

25 g butter
1 small leek , white part only , finely chopped
8 shiitake mushrooms , sliced
2 teaspoons gingerroot , grated
1 tablespoon plain flour
300 ml chicken stock
1/2 cup frozen peas
2 cups cooked chicken , chopped
80 g ham , thickly sliced and chopped
1 tablespoon coriander , chopped
1/8 teaspoon five-spice powder
150 ml thickened cream
2 sheets frozen puff pastry , thawed
1 egg , beaten
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
470
Sugar
3g
Fat
35g
Chinese Chicken Pies are a savory and satisfying dish with comforting flavors and textures that will warm you up on a chilly day. With a filling of cooked chicken, ham, and vegetables in a creamy sauce enhanced with flavorful spices, these pies are a hearty meal to be enjoyed with family and friends. Baked to a golden brown on top of crispy pastry, they are perfect for lunch or dinner and can be made ahead to save time.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2.In a large pot, melt the butter and sauté the leek until translucent.
3.Add the shiitake mushrooms and ginger to the pot, stirring for a minute or two.
4.Sprinkle in the flour and stir for a few more minutes until the mixture is slightly thickened.
5.Gradually add the chicken stock, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
6.Pour in the cream and stir until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
7.Add the frozen peas, chopped chicken, sliced ham, coriander, and five-spice powder, then stir everything together.
8.Cut the puff pastry sheets into 4 squares each and place them in a muffin tin.
9.Spoon the chicken mixture into the pastry cups, filling them to the top.
10.Brush the beaten egg over the top of each pie and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
11.Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is piping hot.

PROS

These savory pies are crispy on the outside and filled with deliciously seasoned chicken, ham, and vegetables on the inside.

They make a great meal on their own or served with a green salad.

CONS

The puff pastry can be high in calories and fat.

It is recommended to enjoy these pies in moderation and as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken in these pies provides a good source of protein, while the vegetables and herbs add vitamins and antioxidants to the dish.
The ginger and five-spice powder have anti-inflammatory properties and can aid digestion.

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