Chicken Pie

A comforting chicken pie with a creamy savory filling and golden crust, perfect for family meals, lunch, or dinner.

This chicken pie is a classic comforting dish made with tender shredded chicken, a creamy seasoned filling, and a golden baked crust. It is simple enough for a weeknight meal yet special enough for gatherings. Serve it warm with a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying dish.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 cup peas
• 1 medium carrot, diced and cooked
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
• 2 sheets ready-made pie dough or enough dough for top and bottom crust
• 1 egg, beaten, for brushing

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 F 190 C.
2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion until soft.
3. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Stir in the shredded chicken, corn, peas, carrot, tomato sauce, and chicken broth.
5. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
6. Sprinkle in the flour and stir until the filling thickens slightly.
7. Mix in the cream cheese and parsley until creamy and well combined.
8. Remove from the heat and let the filling cool for a few minutes.
9. Line a pie dish with one sheet of dough, add the chicken filling, and cover with the second sheet of dough.
10. Seal the edges, cut a few small slits on top, and brush with the beaten egg.
11. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
12. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.