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Jamie Oliver Chicken & Mushroom Puff Pie Recipe

Jamie Oliver Chicken & Mushroom Puff Pie

Jamie Oliver’s Chicken & Mushroom Puff Pie is a rich and creamy pie filled with tender pieces of chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and a savory white sauce, all enclosed under a flaky puff pastry lid. The filling is typically infused with garlic, thyme, and a splash of white wine or chicken stock, giving it depth and flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: British
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 knob of butter
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 250 g mushrooms sliced
  • 2 tablespoons plain flour
  • 500 ml chicken stock
  • 100 ml single cream
  • 400 g cooked chicken shredded or chopped
  • A few sprigs of fresh thyme
  • 1 sheet of ready-rolled puff pastry
  • 1 egg for egg wash
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan).
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and cook until soft and translucent.
  4. Stir in the mushrooms and thyme, and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until they begin to soften and release moisture.
  5. Sprinkle over the flour and stir well to coat the mushrooms.
  6. Gradually pour in the chicken stock, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
  7. Let the mixture simmer and thicken for 5 minutes, then add the cream and cooked chicken.
  8. Season with salt and pepper, and allow to cool slightly.
  9. Pour the mixture into a baking dish.
  10. Cover with the puff pastry sheet, trimming the edges and pressing them down with a fork.
  11. Brush the top with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  12. Make a small slit in the middle of the pastry to allow steam to escape.
  13. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed up and golden brown.

Notes

My Tips to Make the Best Jamie Oliver Chicken & Mushroom Puff Pie
  • Don’t skip the cooling step before topping with puff pastry; it helps avoid a soggy base.
  • Use a mixture of mushrooms like chestnut, button, or even porcini for extra depth.
  • Leftover roast chicken works perfectly and saves time.
  • Fresh thyme really enhances the aroma, don’t substitute with dried unless necessary.

Nutritional Value (Approx. per serving)

  • Calories: 520 kcal
  • Protein: 30g
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sodium: 650mg