Chicken and Cheese Pies
4 servings
60 minutes
Chicken and cheese pies are a true manifestation of the Russian culinary soul, combining the coziness of home cooking with rich flavor. The crispy golden dough envelops a tender filling of chicken fillet, cheese, and aromatic herbs. This recipe is rooted in the traditions of Russian baking when every home prepared pies with various fillings to warm loved ones. Chicken adds juiciness to the filling while cheese adds softness and richness of taste. These pies are perfect for family gatherings, picnics, or cozy tea times and can be served hot straight from the pan to enjoy the crispy crust and melting filling.
1
This simple recipe for chicken and cheese pies requires a quick-to-make dough. To prepare it, combine sifted flour with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Mix until homogeneous.
- Wheat flour: 150 g
- Vegetable oil: 4 tablespoons
- Salt: pinch
2
Now you can add about 150 milliliters of boiling water and mix well.
- Wheat flour: 150 g
3
At first, it may seem a bit sticky, but flour can be added later when the dough cools down well.
4
During this time, you can start on the filling. Wash the chicken fillet, dry it, and cut it into small cubes.
- Chicken: 300 g
5
Grate the cheese on a medium or fine grater.
- Cheese: 100 g
6
Wash, dry, and chop fresh greens. You can use green onions, parsley, dill, etc.
- Fresh herbs: 10 g
7
In a bowl, combine all the filling ingredients. Add an egg and sour cream, and season with a little salt to taste. To make chicken and cheese pies more aromatic at home, you can add spices.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Sour cream: 3 g
- Salt: pinch
8
Mix everything thoroughly until homogeneous.
9
Once the dough has cooled, it can be kneaded well by hand and flour can be added if necessary. Divide it into several equal parts, rolling each into a thin flatbread.
- Wheat flour: 150 g
10
Spread the filling on the dough. If desired, the chicken can be placed separately without mixing it with the cheese mass.
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Fold the pastry and pinch the edges with a fork.
12
Heat vegetable oil in a pan and place the pies in it.
- Vegetable oil: 4 tablespoons
13
Fry on both sides until golden brown. If desired, place on a paper towel to absorb excess fat. That's the entire recipe for making chicken and cheese pies.
