However the taste is very good. If you are not a fan of leeks you can really use any vegetables you like but it would be best to precook vegetables such as carrots. When the pie is cooked, remove from the oven, and carefully remove the design from the hole. Chicken is simmered with leeks, cream of celery soup and white wine, then baked under a sheet of shortcrust pastry. Pour the chicken stock over the layers, and dampen the edges of the dish. Pour the cream into the hole, and replace the design. I've been making this for years before I posted it because it's so great for leftovers. I think this recipe has great potential. Thank you. Happy pie making! Bake until top is browned and filling is bubbly, about 20 minutes. We all need a comforting recipe as the temperature drops. However I wouldn't make it again unless I figured out how to make it thicker. © Copyright 2020 Meredith Corporation. Thigh meat is a great choice for pies as the meat tends to have more flavour and stays juicy. Thanks so much Rachel. This easy chicken and leek pie is a firm favourite in my house. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Use the strips to form a design, and place lightly over the hole. Sauteing in a little butter before hand with the onion also (cut back on that a bit too...) would render the whole pie a bit easier to fit in the dishes. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. This is a great time to add any leftover vegetables from the fridge too. Instead of using pie … window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; Make the sauce by adding the retained stock and milk to a saucepan with the butter and flour. I won't tell anyone! Most people won't think twice about serving basic cornbread when is on the table. Leeks and thyme lend a cozy, traditional flavor to this dish, while Dijon mustard adds a subtle, unexpected punch. Looking to amp up your beef stew but unsure where to start? All messages posted at this site express the views of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the owners and administrators of this site. It’s bright but freezing here so good pie weather! Preheat oven to 400°F with rack in lower third of oven. I agree with the first reviewer it was very soupy; perhaps more slits in the crust would allow some liquid to evaporate. Make the sauce by adding the 250ml of retained stock topped up with 250 ml milk to a saucepan with the flour and butter. But even a pre-made crust will do. You can also add fresh herbs to the pie. gtag('js', new Date()); Pour over the the meat and leek mixture and stir well. When you pour the cream in it just makes the insides float. I made a roux with the liquids I poured off and served it as a sauce over the remainder and it was quite good. Roll the remaining pastry out between 2 sheets of non-stick baking paper to 3mm-thick. We love leeks they have such a subtle comforting flavor. Wish I had read the reviews first -- but instead I made it for a company potluck on St. Paddy's Day without reading them. Erin go bragh. Hi Amanda. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ©2020 Allrecipes.com, Inc. Pub grub chicken, leek and mushroom puff pie. The flavor was good but four leeks way over-powered the taste of the dish. I've just made a French pithivier with leftover turkey which will be coming out soon too. I love a good pie and this one looks fab! So here's a delicious pie that is perfect to make from scratch or with leftovers. I had family visiting from Wales and they couldn't get enough!!! Here you will find French and British recipes with step by step instructions, along with many dishes from around the world. Yes, please! Shop-bought puff pastry makes this super easy. My father brought this recipe from Ireland; it's a family favorite on those cold winter Sundays. Subscribe here. To make the shortcrust parmesan pastry, place the flour, cheese, butter and salt in the bowl of a food processor and process for 1–2 minutes or until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. I prefer to make my pastry with a high quantity of fat to flour as I like the pastry to melt in the mouth. Leeks are such an underrated vegetable but I love using them. Congrats! I used leftover cooked chicken added peas and cooked it up in a 9" pie dish. Can't wait to try this! I think something has been left out of this recipe. Chunks of chicken are nestled in a rich creamy sauce with leeks and bacon but you … In a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish, layer the chicken, ham, leeks and onion a couple of times each until the dish is full. We reserve the right to remove, edit, or move any messages for any reason. Roll half the pastry out between 2 sheets of non-stick baking paper to 3mm-thick. It's perfect for using up leftover chicken or turkey, especially if you need new ideas at Christmas and Thanksgiving. Flaky puff pastry encases a delicious filling made with chicken and leeks in a creamy sauce. Roll out the puff pastry. I will, however, lightly saute the onions and leeks in 2 tbsps of butter or marg and add 2 tbsps of flour. Let the flour cook for a couple minutes and then add the stock. My mother in law loves it. Here's an updated version using ready made shortcrust pastry, leftover turkey and ham. Amount is based on available nutrient data. I need to make that clearer I think, so thanks for letting me know. I guess adding cornstarch at some point would help. If I were to make it from left over chicken would I still follow the method exactly the same i.e. Delicious. Definitely a new one to add to the winter meal rotation! This pie freezes really well, too. More effort . This recipe is not difficult but life certainly can be, so here is a list of ways to cheat in this dish, for when you don't have the time or energy for the whole process. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. It's the amount of milk to top up the stock to 500ml after you have cooked the chicken. Creamy, flaky and filling all in one! Thanks Dannii. I expect I will give it 5 stars when after trying again modified. Information is not currently available for this nutrient. Glaze the pie top with egg and cook for about 30 minutes at 190 C until golden. To make the eggwash, place the egg and cream in a bowl and mix to combine. Thanks for your message. Use a couple of forks to shred the chicken into bite size pieces and add them to the pan with the leeks and bacon.