Tourte Au Poulet Et Poireaux Belge (belgian Chicken And Leek Pie)

This Tourte au Poulet et Poireaux Belge, or Belgian Chicken and Leek Pie, is a classic dish from Belgian cuisine that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special gathering.

Tourte Au Poulet Et Poireaux Belge (belgian Chicken And Leek Pie)

Ingredients

  • 2 sheets of puff pastry
  • 500g chicken breast, diced
  • 2 leeks, sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 200ml chicken broth
  • 100ml heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, sliced leeks, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables are soft.
  4. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Line a pie dish with one sheet of puff pastry. Pour the chicken and leek filling into the dish. Cover with the second sheet of puff pastry, sealing the edges. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
  9. Let the pie cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Pie dish Skillet Baking sheet

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Tourte au Poulet et Poireaux Belge with a side of mixed greens and a glass of Belgian beer for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a time-saving option, use store-bought rotisserie chicken and pre-made puff pastry.

Cost

$20