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James Martin Chicken And Leek Pie
Carolina Gomez

James Martin Chicken and Leek Pie

James Martin Chicken and Leek Pie is a classic British comfort food dish that features succulent chicken, flavorful leeks, and a buttery puff pastry crust. This hearty pie is perfect for any occasion and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: british
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Whole Chicken
  • 1 Leek
  • 2 Carrots
  • 1 Onion
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 6 Black Peppercorns
  • 1 Sprig of Thyme
  • 1.5 Liters of Water
  • 50 g Plain Flour
  • 50 g Butter
  • 200 ml Double Cream
  • 1 tbsp Tarragon
  • Salt and Black Pepper to taste
  • 500 g Puff Pastry
  • 1 Egg Yolk

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Saucepan
  • Baking tray
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/390°F/Gas 6.
  2. In a large saucepan, place the whole chicken along with chopped onion, garlic cloves, bay leaves, black peppercorns, thyme, and water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 1 hour until the chicken is cooked.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pan and let it cool. Reserve the stock.
  4. Shred the chicken meat into small pieces with a fork.
  5. In a separate pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add chopped leek and carrots, and cook for 5 minutes until soft.
  6. Add plain flour and mix well to create a roux paste. Gradually add 500ml of the reserved chicken stock, stirring constantly.
  7. Stir in double cream and tarragon. Add the shredded chicken and mix well. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  8. Roll out the puff pastry to 3 mm thick.
  9. Place the chicken mixture into a pie dish and cover it with the puff pastry.
  10. Brush the edge of the pie dish with egg yolk, then place the pastry over the chicken mixture, crimp the edges, and brush the top with beaten egg.
  11. Bake the pie for 25 to 30 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is warm.
  12. Serve with mashed potatoes and vegetables.

Notes

Nutrition Facts for 1 Serving:
  • Calories: 500
  • Total Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3g
  • Sugars: 5g
  • Protein: 20g