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Creamy, Cheesy Mini Chicken Pies (Chicken Hand Pies)

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 pieces
Calories 450
These savory mini chicken pies are packed with tender chicken, creamy cheese, and flavorful vegetables, wrapped in flaky puff pastry for a delicious handheld treat.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion (diced small)
  • 1 medium leek (chopped and rinsed well (substitute with 2 celery sticks if needed))
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2.5 tbsp flour
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • a generous pinch sea salt
  • 680 g chicken breast (cut into ½ inch / 1 cm pieces (about 2 - 3 chicken breasts))
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup milk (or chicken stock)
  • 226 g monterey jack cheese (shredded (you can use a mix of monterey jack and pepper jack))
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 3 tbsp chopped chives

Puff Pastry

  • 1.4 kg puff pastry (3 lbs (or 6 sheets))
  • 2 small eggs (beaten lightly with 1 tbsp of water (egg wash))

Instructions 

  • Sauté onions and leeks in butter until soft, then add chicken and cook until browned.
  • Stir in flour, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook briefly. Add sour cream, milk, and cheese; mix until creamy.
  • Roll out puff pastry, cut into circles, and fill with chicken mixture. Fold and seal edges.
  • Brush with egg wash and bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20-25 minutes until golden.

Notes

Ensure puff pastry is kept cold until use to prevent tearing.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cheese, chicken, Puff Pastry