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Savory Hand Pies A Simple Comfort Food

These savory hand pies are the ultimate comfort food—flaky, golden pastry wrapped around a rich, creamy filling of chicken and vegetables. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even on-the-go meals, they’re easy to make and endlessly satisfying.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1.5 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
  • 0.5 cup frozen peas and carrots thawed
  • 0.25 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream or whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Pastry
  • 2 store-bought puff pastry sheets thawed if frozen
  • 1 large egg beaten, for egg wash
  • 1 teaspoon water for egg wash

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute to remove raw flour taste.
  4. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
  5. Stir in cooked chicken, peas and carrots, thyme, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  6. Roll out puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 4 equal squares (8 total).
  7. Place about 3 tablespoons of filling in the center of each square. Brush edges with egg wash.
  8. Fold pastry over filling to form a triangle. Press edges with a fork to seal.
  9. Place hand pies on prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with remaining egg wash.
  10. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

These hand pies can be made ahead and frozen before baking. Simply assemble, freeze on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding 5–7 minutes to the cooking time. Reheat leftovers in a 350°F oven for best texture.