Description
Curried Chicken Pie is a comforting fusion dish featuring tender chicken pieces, a fragrant curry sauce, and a flaky golden pastry crust. The creamy, spiced filling wrapped in buttery puff pastry creates a hearty, satisfying meal perfect for family dinners or any occasion.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 1/2 pounds cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup frozen peas
1/2 cup carrots, diced
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the curry powder to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, allowing the flavors to release.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream, cooking until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
- Add the shredded chicken, peas, and diced carrots. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a pie dish and spread it evenly.
- Roll out the puff pastry to fit over the pie dish. Place it on top of the filling, trimming any excess edges.
- Brush the top of the pastry with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Let the pie cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For more heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the filling.
Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or potatoes for extra flavor and texture.
Use leftover cooked chicken, rotisserie chicken, or turkey for a quicker version of this dish.
For a lighter, dairy-free option, swap heavy cream with coconut milk.
Herbs like thyme or rosemary can be added to enhance the savory flavor of the filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
