Few dishes evoke a sense of cozy comfort like a warm, flaky chicken pie. This classic recipe, brimming with savory shredded chicken and sweet corn in a rich sauce, encased in a golden, cheesy crust, is more approachable than you think! Let’s dive into creating this heartwarming masterpiece.
Chicken pie is a dish deeply rooted in culinary history, appearing in variations across numerous cultures. The concept of enclosing meat in pastry dates back to ancient times, with early pies often serving as a way to preserve food.
This recipe is a variation of the classic pie because it is the Brazilian style, and it´s known as Torta de frango
Let’s gather the ingredients:
- Shredded chicken – 400 gr
- Onion – 1
- Chicken stock cube – 1/2 cube
- Tomato paste – 1 Tbsp
- Tomato – 1
- Peppers – 1 Tbsp (bell pepper recommended)
- Garlic paste – 1 tsp
- Spices Mix – 1 tsp (a pinch of cumin, coriander, and turmeric powder)
- Paprika – 1/2 tsp
- Corn – 3 Tbsp
- Oregano to taste
- Coriander to taste
- Salt to taste (remember the chicken stock cube is salty!)
Instructions:
- Sauté chopped onion until softened.
- Add garlic paste and peppers, cook for another minute.
- Stir in the tomato paste, followed by diced tomato and spices. Cook until the tomato softens.
- Crumble in the chicken stock cube and add about ½ cup of water. Bring to a simmer.
- Add shredded chicken, corn, oregano, and coriander. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavours to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning – go easy on the salt!
The Cheesy Crust
A great pie needs a great crust! This recipe incorporates grated cheese into the batter for an extra layer of flavour and a satisfying texture.
Here are the ingredients you’ll need:
- Flour – 3/4 cup
- Baking powder – 1 tsp
- Eggs – 2
- Grated cheese – 1/2 cup (cheddar or mozzarella works well)
- Oil – 1/2 cup
- Milk – 1/2 cup
- Salt – to taste
Instructions:
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the oil, milk, and salt.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the grated cheese.
Assembling and Baking
Now for the fun part – putting it all together!
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pour the chicken filling into a pie dish.
- Carefully pour the batter over the filling, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
- Sprinkle with extra grated cheese and a little oregano for garnish.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your homemade chicken pie!
Hope you enjoy this delicious Torta de frango, Bom apetite!
