Best 2 Budget Wise Chicken Pie Recipes

Chicken pie is a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a great option for budget-minded cooks. With a little planning, it is possible to create a delicious chicken pie that won't break the bank. From choosing affordable cuts of chicken to using pantry staples, we will guide you through the process of making a delectable chicken pie that won't strain your wallet.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BUDGET-WISE CHICKEN PIE

Budget-Wise Chicken Pie image

Inexpensive, easy to make, and delicious chicken pie!

Provided by Wendy

Categories Main Dish Recipes Savory Pie Recipes Chicken Pie Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
1 large carrot, shredded
1 large potato, shredded
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
2 tablespoons margarine
2 cups cubed, cooked chicken
½ cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C.) Divide dough into 2 pieces and shape into balls. Roll out one ball of dough to fit a 9 inch pie plate. Place bottom crust in pie plate. Roll out top crust and set aside.
In a large saucepan, saute the shredded carrot, potato and minced onion until soft. Remove from heat and alow to cool.
Mix in the chopped chicken, chicken broth, salt and pepper. Pour into bottom crust. Cover with top crust, seal and crimp edges.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 735.6 calories, Carbohydrate 59.3 g, Cholesterol 54.6 mg, Fat 44.1 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 1176 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

CHICKEN PIE - CHEAP AND CHEERFUL

Chicken Pie - Cheap and Cheerful image

Made on the spur of the moment - a delicate chicken pie, loaded with flavor and diced vegetables, so easy to make. Wonderful comfort food and easy on the pocket too - Chicken thighs have loads of flavor and are much cheaper

Provided by JoyfulCook

Categories Poultry

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

2 tablespoons oil
3 tablespoons flour
750 g chicken thighs
1 brown onion, small dice
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 celery rib, small dice
150 g carrots, small dice
2 chicken stock cubes
1 vegetable stock cube
1 bouquet garni
1 teaspoon herbes de provence
100 g frozen peas
1 teaspoon black pepper, cracked
salt, to taste
1 1/2 cups water, approx
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
cayenne pepper, a few shakes (optional)
0.5 (17 ounce) packet puff pastry

Steps:

This pie does not have a lining of pastry only a lid on the top.
Skin the Chicken and take out any bone - this should leave you with at least 500 grams of meat. cut into chunks.
Dice the Carrots, celery and Onions. Crush garlic into the onion.
Flour the diced chicken and seal half in a skillet with a small amount of oil pan until it changes color, repeat until all the chicken has been done. place in a bowl.
Add some oil into your skillet or non stick frying pan, and slowly sauté the onions, garlic, carrot and the celery for at least 5 minutes.
Add the Stock Cubes, seasoning and hot water, bring to the boil, and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the chicken to the vegetables and simmer for a further 15 minutes. a few shakes of Cayenne pepper does bring the flavor out - use sparingly.
Add The frozen peas and parsley, and stir. the filling should not need thickening.
Place in a pie dish and roll out the pastry and place on top.
Cook in a Hot oven for approx 30 minutes.
You can make a smaller pie and freeze the other half of the filling.
Serve with Garlic mashed potatoes and a vegetable of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 864.5, Fat 58.8, SaturatedFat 14.8, Cholesterol 157.8, Sodium 934.3, Carbohydrate 42.8, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 4.9, Protein 39.9

Tips:

Use leftover chicken. This is a great way to save money and reduce food waste. You can roast a whole chicken on the weekend and use the leftovers for chicken pie during the week.
Use frozen vegetables. Frozen vegetables are just as nutritious as fresh vegetables, and they're often much cheaper. You can find frozen vegetables in the freezer section of your grocery store.
Make your own pie crust. Pie crust is easy to make and it's much cheaper than buying pre-made pie crust. You can find a recipe for pie crust online or in a cookbook.
Use a Dutch oven or large pot. You'll need a large pot or Dutch oven to make chicken pie. This will give you plenty of room to stir the ingredients and prevent the pie from boiling over.
Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken is a tender meat, so it's important not to overcook it. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
Let the pie cool before serving. This will give the pie time to set and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Chicken pie is a delicious and affordable meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables, and it's also a good way to get your kids to eat their veggies. With a little planning, you can make chicken pie on a budget without sacrificing flavor.