Description
Poached Chicken & Pancetta Pie is a comforting dish that brings together tender poached chicken, crispy pancetta, and a rich, creamy sauce, all enveloped in a flaky puff pastry. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this pie is a crowd-pleaser that combines simple ingredients to create restaurant-quality flavors. With its stunning presentation and mouthwatering aroma, it’s guaranteed to impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 6 oz high-quality pancetta, diced
- 1 cup sweet onions, chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 package (14 oz) puff pastry sheets
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Poach the chicken in salted water for 15-20 minutes until tender. Remove and shred.
- In a skillet, sauté the pancetta over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until crispy. Add chopped onions and cook until translucent.
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Mix in shredded chicken and herbs; season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry into a baking dish, fill with the chicken mixture, cover with another layer of pastry, and seal the edges.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 75mg