Chicken And Mushroom Pie Bonanza
Chicken and Mushroom Pie Bonanza is a classic English dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special gathering. This savory pie is filled with tender chicken, flavorful mushrooms, and a rich, creamy sauce, all encased in a buttery, flaky pastry crust. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that is sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 sheets of puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, and cook until softened.
- Add the mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their liquid and become golden brown.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mushroom mixture and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
- Stir in the heavy cream and simmer until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir in the cooked chicken and remove the skillet from the heat.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out one sheet of puff pastry and line a pie dish with it. Pour the chicken and mushroom filling into the pastry-lined dish.
- Roll out the second sheet of puff pastry and place it over the filling. Trim any excess pastry and crimp the edges to seal the pie.
- Brush the top of the pie with the beaten egg to create a golden, shiny finish.
- Make a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 450 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 25g
Supplies
Pie dish Skillet Rolling pin Pastry brush
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Chicken and Mushroom Pie Bonanza with a side of buttered peas and carrots for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
For a time-saving option, use store-bought rotisserie chicken instead of cooking and dicing the chicken yourself.
Cost
$15