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Mary Berry Chicken

Mary Berry Chicken: Comforting Pie That's Pure Bliss

This Mary Berry Chicken recipe combines tender chicken and leeks in a flaky pastry, providing a comforting meal for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: British
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 tablespoon Oil Essential for sautéing
  • 3 medium Leeks Sliced
  • 500 grams Chicken Thighs Cubed, skinless, boneless
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For making the roux
  • 2 tablespoons Plain Flour Thickens the sauce
  • 500 ml Chicken Stock Homemade or low-sodium preferred
For the Creaminess
  • 200 ml Double Cream Richness for the filling
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Tarragon Chopped
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning
For the Pie Crust
  • 1 sheet Ready-Rolled Puff Pastry Saves prep time
  • 1 beaten Egg For brushing the pastry

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Pie Dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Mary Berry Chicken
  1. Heat a splash of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they soften and turn a delicate golden color.
  2. Add the cubed chicken thighs to the pan with the softened leeks. Cook for approximately 7-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is browned on all sides and no longer pink in the center.
  3. In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Stir in the plain flour, cooking for 1 minute to create a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in the chicken stock while you continue to stir, ensuring there are no lumps. Increase the heat to medium and cook for about 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Lower the heat and stir in the double cream and chopped fresh tarragon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Spoon the creamy chicken and leek mixture into a pie dish, spreading it evenly. Preheat your oven to 200°C (fan 180°C, gas 6).
  7. Roll out the ready-rolled puff pastry and gently place it over the filled pie dish, crimping the edges to seal. Cut a few steam vents in the center.
  8. Brush the top of the pastry with a beaten egg and place the pie in the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This pie is great for meal prep and can be frozen unbaked or baked for future enjoyment.

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