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Cheesy Chicken Hand Pies Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 8 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: 8 hand pies
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

These Freezer Friendly Savoury Chicken and Cheese Hand Pies are perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. Filled with a flavorful blend of cooked chicken, fresh spinach, creamy ricotta, and tangy feta cheese, all enclosed in flaky puff pastry, these hand pies are easy to prepare and freezer friendly. You can bake them from frozen or air fry them for a warm, crispy treat anytime.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 1.5 cups cooked chicken, chopped into small pieces
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped roughly
  • 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese

Pastry

  • 2 sheets puff pastry (10×10 inches each)
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken, chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, and feta cheese thoroughly until evenly mixed.
  2. Cut the puff pastry: Unroll one sheet of puff pastry and cut it into 4 equal squares, each approximately 5×5 inches.
  3. Assemble the hand pies: Spoon the chicken and cheese filling onto the center of each puff pastry square. Fold each square diagonally to form a triangle, then seal the edges firmly by pressing with your fingers or a fork to prevent filling from leaking out.
  4. Apply egg wash: Beat the egg and brush the tops of each hand pie with the egg wash to achieve a golden brown finish after cooking.
  5. Cook the hand pies: You can either bake them in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes or air fry at 350°F (175°C) for about 12-15 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
  6. Cool and serve: Allow the hand pies to cool slightly before serving. These can also be frozen before cooking for a convenient future meal.

Notes

  • These hand pies are freezer friendly. Freeze them unbaked and cook from frozen for a quick meal.
  • You can cook them either in the oven or air fryer, depending on your preference or available equipment.
  • Seal edges well to keep filling inside while baking or air frying.
  • Feel free to experiment with other fillings such as different cheeses or vegetables.
  • For a crispier crust, brush the edges with egg wash as well as the tops.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 hand pie
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 1.5g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1.5g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Find it online: https://comfortplates.com/cheesy-chicken-hand-pies-recipe/