This dish offers a delightful combination of textures and flavours, with the succulent chicken, sweet leeks, earthy spinach, and creamy sauce all encased in a buttery and flaky crust. It’s a perfect choice for a family dinner or special occasion.
Chicken and Leeks Pie
Description
This dish includes pieces of cooked and seasoned chicken, providing a hearty and protein-rich component to the filling. Sautéed leeks contribute a mild and slightly sweet onion flavour, enhancing the overall taste of the pie. Fresh spinach leaves, add a vibrant green colour and a nutritious element to the filling. A luscious and savoury cream sauce binds the ingredients together, creating a rich and satisfying consistency.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 180 C.
On a pan with olive oil on medium heat fry the chicken until pale, about 5-7 minutes.
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Remove the chicken from the pan on a plate and set aside.
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Then fry leeks, carrot and garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
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Next, add celery and spinach and cook for 2 minutes.
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Return the chicken to the pan, and season all with salt and pepper. Add water, lemon zest, cream cheese and cook for 2-3 minutes.
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Transfer all the mixture to the baking dish. Cover with a puff pastry dough, tuck the sides and press with a fork.
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Spread whisked egg yolk on top and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
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Bake it for 30 minutes, until the top is golden brown.
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Serve with some fresh green salad on the side and enjoy.
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 458.28kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 23.79g37%
- Total Carbohydrate 26.4g9%
- Protein 33.37g67%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.