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Mary Berry Chicken And Leek Pie​

Hearty Mary Berry Chicken and Leek Pie for Cozy Nights

A delicious Mary Berry Chicken and Leek Pie that brings comfort and warmth to your dinner table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: British
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons oil any neutral oil or olive oil
  • 2 medium leeks sliced
  • 500 grams chicken thighs skinless and boneless
  • 50 grams butter for roux
  • 40 grams plain flour gluten-free flour can be substituted
  • 500 ml chicken stock homemade or store-bought
  • 150 ml double cream substitute with heavy cream if needed
  • 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon optional
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For the Pastry
  • 1 roll ready-rolled puff pastry homemade can be used if preferred
  • 1 beaten egg for brushing the pastry

Equipment

  • pan
  • Pie Dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add sliced leeks and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened, then add cubed chicken thighs, browning them on all sides until golden.
  2. In the same pan, melt butter until bubbling. Sprinkle in plain flour and stir for 1 minute to form a roux. Gradually whisk in chicken stock until smooth and thickened, then add double cream and tarragon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Spoon the creamy chicken and leek filling into a 1.2-liter (2-pint) pie dish, ensuring the mixture is evenly distributed for balanced flavor.
  4. Preheat your oven to 200°C (fan 180°C/gas 6). Place the ready-rolled puff pastry over the dish, trim any excess dough, crimp the edges to seal it nicely, and create a few steam vents on top.
  5. Brush the pastry with the beaten egg, then bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Can be served with creamy mashed potatoes for an extra comforting meal.

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