Description
Chicken and Leek Pie is a hearty, comforting dish featuring tender chicken thighs, caramelized leeks, and a rich white wine and crème fraîche sauce, all wrapped in golden, flaky puff pastry. This indulgent pie is perfect for cozy family dinners or special gatherings and is sure to satisfy with every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs skinless, boneless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts, if preferred)
- 4 leeks, cleaned and sliced
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken stock)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup crème fraîche (or sour cream or double cream)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 sheet pre-rolled puff pastry (cut to size if needed)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Heat butter and olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook until golden brown. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, sauté the leeks until soft and caramelized, about 10 minutes.
- Make the Sauce: Add the white wine to the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Allow the wine to reduce by half. Stir in the crème fraîche and season with salt and pepper. Return the chicken to the pan and cook for another 5 minutes. Let the filling cool to room temperature.
- Assemble the Pie: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the puff pastry and fit it into a baking dish. Add the cooled chicken and leek mixture, then cover with the pastry lid. Crimp the edges and make a few slits on top to allow steam to escape.
- Bake: Brush the pastry with the beaten egg and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and flaky. Let the pie rest for 20-30 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.
Notes
- Vegetarian Option: Omit the chicken and add more vegetables like mushrooms, carrots, and peas for a vegetarian pie.
- Chicken Breasts: Swap chicken thighs for chicken breasts for a leaner option.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the pie ahead of time and refrigerate it before baking. Bake just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Pie, Comfort Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
