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Easy Chicken And Mushroom Pie Recipe South Africa

Chicken And Mushroom Pie South Africa

South African cuisine is a beautiful blend of different cultures, and it reflects in their food. One such dish is the Chicken and Mushroom Pie. This dish is a perfect combination of creamy chicken and earthy mushrooms, wrapped in a golden pastry crust. It is an easy-to-make dish, and it is a hit amongst South Africans. In this article, we will guide you through the recipe of the Chicken and Mushroom Pie, South African style.

Ingredients

Chicken And Mushroom Pie Ingredients

For the filling:

  • 500g chicken breast, cubed
  • 400g mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the pastry:

  • 2 cups flour
  • 125g butter, chilled and cubed
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1/4 cup ice-cold water
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

Chicken And Mushroom Pie Instructions

For the filling:

  1. In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
  3. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
  4. Add the mushrooms, thyme, and rosemary, and cook until the mushrooms release their liquid.
  5. Add the flour and stir well to combine, and cook for another minute.
  6. Add the chicken stock and milk, and stir well to combine.
  7. Reduce the heat to low, and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

For the pastry:

  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour and butter until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
  2. Add the egg yolk and mix well.
  3. Add the water and mix until the dough comes together.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth.
  5. Wrap the dough in cling wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

For the pie:

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  2. Roll out the pastry dough on a floured surface to a thickness of about 5mm.
  3. Line a 23cm pie dish with the pastry.
  4. Pour the chicken and mushroom filling into the pastry-lined dish.
  5. Roll out the remaining pastry dough to a thickness of about 5mm, and cover the pie.
  6. Crimp the edges of the pastry together to seal the pie.
  7. Cut a few slits into the top of the pie to allow steam to escape.
  8. Brush the top of the pie with the beaten egg.
  9. Bake the pie for 30-40 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown.

Your Chicken and Mushroom Pie is now ready to serve. Enjoy it hot with a side of veggies or a salad.

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