A quick and easy chicken pot pie for dinner
The Cuban chicken pie is one of the most delicious, practical and simple dishes to make for a different and special dinner. The final finish is like that of a traditional cake, but with chicken filling in small pieces.
Next, we will explain how to make it in a simple way, and we offer you some tips and recommendations so that your chicken pie is perfect.
Chicken pot pie ingredients
1 Kilo 176 grams of chicken breast (1,176 grams of chicken breast).
Salt to taste.
1 tablespoon of parsley.
Ground black pepper to taste
2 cloves of garlic.
1,100 grams of raw potatoes (9 potatoes).
1 teaspoon onion powder.
1 teaspoon of granulated garlic.
1 teaspoon of parsley 250 grams of grated cheese (mozzarella).
70 grams of common wheat flour (all use).
1 egg.
Steps for making chicken pie
Marinate the chicken
Chop the breasts lengthwise and then proceed to grind them. If you like, you can also parboil them and then fray the pieces when it has cooled a bit.
Once the chicken is shredded or shredded, marinate with salt to taste, a tablespoon of dried parsley and ground black pepper to taste.
Crush two garlic cloves and add them to the chicken meat. Later, mix everything so that they integrate perfectly with the meat. Let stand covered for two hours in the fridge.
Prepare the potatoes
Score the raw potatoes on the coarse side of the grater. Add the striped potatoes to a pasta strainer with a bowl underneath, so that the liquid from the potatoes that will not be used in the recipe will drain.
Repeat the process from step 1 until you finish the potatoes.
Squeeze the grated potatoes into the strainer to release their juice.
Transfer the grated potatoes to a large bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste, along with the onion powder and a tablespoon of granulated garlic.
Also add a tablespoon of dried parsley and then add the grated mozzarella cheese.
Finally, pour the common wheat flour into the bowl with the potatoes and mix very well with the help of a trowel so that the newly added flour is well distributed.
Take a smaller container and add a little of the mixture to reserve it. They are approximately four well heaped tablespoons. This will help you finish the cake in the final step.
Assemble the chicken pot pie and bake
Add the chicken that you had reserved to the potato mixture and mix it very well so that it integrates with the striped potatoes. The best thing is that for this step, you do it with the help of a trowel.
In a separate container, beat an egg and then add it to the mixture, spreading it over the top and then stir to integrate it. You must do it very well so that the egg is well distributed.
Prepare a removable mold with waxed paper on the bottom or base and spread a little butter on the walls and then also place strips of waxed paper on the edges.
Add the chicken pie mixture to the mold, until it is finished and flatten the surface, so that the same amount is left on all sides.
Press lightly with the help of a trowel, so that the mixture compacts in the mold and there are no gaps when cut.
With the potatoes that you had reserved, spread a thin layer on the surface with the help of a fork. Smooth the surface a little and distribute well so that all sides have the same amount.
Take the mold to the oven at 200º C, with heat up and down and let it cook for approximately 50 minutes to an hour, or until you notice that the surface is evenly golden.
Unmold and serve the chicken pot pie
Let the cake sit for a couple of minutes before unmolding.
Unmold the cake and remove the pieces of waxed paper from the surroundings.
Cut the cake into pieces and serve while it is still hot.
If you like, when serving, sprinkle a little Parmesan cheese and some basil leaves to decorate and complement the flavor.
What can I accompany the chicken pie with?
You can accompany the chicken pie with pieces of bread with garlic sauce, garden rice or any other complement you want. However, it is recommended that it be a simple outline to bring out the flavor of the cake.
It can also be accompanied by grains such as beans or lentils, to offer a more balanced and nutritious meal. Another equally recommended option is to accompany it with the salad of your choice.
How to store chicken pot pie?
Once cold, Cuban Chicken Pie can be kept in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 36 hours. After this time, it is best to discard it to avoid any stomach problems.
It should be noted that it must be kept in a hermetically closed container and that before eating it, it must be properly heated. In fact, under no circumstances is it advisable to consume it cold.
With what drink to accompany it?
Since this is a Cuban recipe, it is a good option to accompany this recipe with some tropical fruit juice. However, if it is for a formal dinner or lunch, you can accompany it with wine.
As you may have noticed, this is a very simple recipe that can be perfect to prepare for an elegant dinner for which you do not have much time to cook.
In addition, the presentation is a visual delight, so it will look perfect on your table. As for flavor, the combination of chicken with potatoes and cheese is a delight to the palate.