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1 egg for egg wash
Prepare Pie dough
1 In a large mixing bowl combine the allpurpose flour and salt
2 Cut the butter into small cubes and add it to the bowl Using your fingertips or a pastry cutter work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs
3 Add the water mixing until a dough forms
Do not overmix Divide the dough in half wrap each portion in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes This will make the dough easier to work with
Make the filling
1 In a saucepan cook the chicken breasts until tender and fully cooked Remove the chicken from the pan and shred it into bitesized pieces
2 In another pan heat up oil and sauté the onions and garlic Add the shredded chicken chopped potatoes carrot and bell pepper
3 Season with chicken cube salt garlic water chicken seasoning and cayenne pepper Simmer for a few minutes
4 Add the flour mix then add the water
Cover and simmer the chicken filling for 10 minutes
5 Remove from heat and let it cool completely
Assemble
1 Preheat your oven to 175°C 350°F
2 Cut the chilled pie dough into 6 pieces
3 Roll out one portion of the chilled pie dough on a floured surface to a square
4 Cut the sides to make a clean square You can make any shape you like
5 To make the textured pie roll one side of the dough using a pasta cutter rolling pin
6 Flip the rolled out dough brush sides with egg wash to seal
7 Add the cooled down filling on one side cover and crimp the edges with a fork to seal the pie
8 Whisk the egg in a small bowl and brush it over the top for a golden finish
9 Poke a few holes on the surface to allow steam to escape
10 Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 3545 minutes or until the crust is golden brown
11 Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving
This Chicken Pie combines the familiar flavors of a classic chicken pie with a modern twist
With a buttery flaky crust and a savory chicken filling this recipe is sure to be a hit at family gatherings or as a comforting weeknight meal So gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in this delicious and timeless snack
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