CreamyChickenandMashedPotatoPie
Ingredients
(6 servings)- 1 kg (peeled and cubed).
- Butter: 2 tbsp.
- Warm milk: ¼ cup.
- Mozzarella or Cheddar cheese: ½ cup (shredded).
- Salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- 2. The Creamy Chicken Filling
- Chicken breasts: ½ kg (cut into small cubes).
- Onion: 1 medium (finely chopped).
- Garlic: 2 cloves (minced).
- Mixed vegetables: 1 cup (peas and carrots, or mushrooms as preferred).
- Butter and Oil: 1 tbsp of each.
- All-purpose flour: 1 tbsp (to thicken the sauce).
- Heavy cream (cooking cream): 1 ½ cups.
- Chicken broth: ½ cup.
- Seasonings: Salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika (½ tsp each).
Preparation
Prepare the Mashed Potatoes
In a pot filled with salted water, boil the potatoes until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes).
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Drain the potatoes well while they are still hot, then mash them until smooth.
Add the butter, milk, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Mix until creamy and smooth, then set aside.
Step 2: Prepare the Creamy Chicken Filling
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the oil and butter. Add the chicken cubes and sauté until they turn white and are partially cooked.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion softens and becomes fragrant.
Stir in the mixed vegetables and seasonings, cooking for about 3 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir quickly for 1 minute (the flour helps thicken the cream sauce).
Gradually pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly. Let the mixture simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Step 3: Assemble and Bake
Pour the creamy chicken filling evenly into a suitable baking dish (Pyrex).
Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the chicken filling. (You can use a piping bag for a fancy look, or spread it with a spatula and create ridges with a fork for a crispier texture).
Top generously with the shredded cheese for a golden, crispy crust.
Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C for 20 minutes until the cream starts bubbling at the edges. Turn on the broiler for 2 minutes until the top is beautifully golden brown.