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Chicken Hand Pies

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Flaky, golden hand pies filled with a creamy chicken and vegetable mixture, perfect for a comforting meal or portable snack.

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth (or 1 cup water plus 1 1/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon)
  • 1 1/4 cups whole milk
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
  • 2 refrigerated rolled pie crusts (14-ounce 2-pack)
  • 1 egg yolk, beaten with 1 teaspoon water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Add flour, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to brown, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and milk, adding a little at a time to keep the mixture smooth.
  5. Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture bubbles and thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  6. Stir in cream cheese, frozen vegetables, and diced chicken until evenly combined.
  7. Unroll pie crusts onto a lightly floured surface. Cut circles using a bowl. Gather scraps and re-roll as needed to form additional circles.
  8. Place three crust circles onto a greased baking sheet.
  9. Add a scoop of filling to the center of each circle.
  10. Brush edges with egg wash, fold in half to form a crescent, and seal edges with a fork or fingers.
  11. Brush tops with egg wash and poke a few holes for ventilation.
  12. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Do not overfill the pies to prevent leaking during baking.
  • You can substitute turkey for chicken if desired.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for best texture.
  • Freeze unbaked pies for later use; bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.

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