Layered pie with chicken, mushrooms and rice
6 servings
120 minutes
Layered pie with chicken, mushrooms, and rice is a gastronomic heritage of Russian cuisine that combines tenderness, aroma, and heartiness. The history of such pies goes back centuries when puff pastry was used to create rich dishes adorning festive tables. The filling, where chicken coexists with juicy mushrooms and rice, creates a harmony of textures and flavors: the softness of chicken, the creamy richness of mushrooms, and the lightness of rice come together in delicate dough. Cheese, garlic, and herbs add richness, making each bite a true delight. This pie is perfect for family dinners and friendly gatherings; it can be served as a standalone dish or complemented with fresh vegetables. It’s not just a pie – it’s comfort, traditions, and a delicious journey into Russian gastronomy.
1
Cut the chicken fillet into small pieces, season with salt and spices. Fry in vegetable oil over high heat until golden brown.
- Chicken breast fillet: 500 g
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Condiments and seasonings: pinch
- Butter: 100 g
2
Fry the mushrooms (I usually take frozen sliced ones) in butter until golden brown.
- Button mushrooms: 300 g
- Butter: 100 g
3
Chop the onion and fry until golden in vegetable oil. Mix with mushrooms.
- Onion: 2 heads
- Button mushrooms: 300 g
4
Boil the rice and drain it.
- Four-rice blend: 0.3 glass
5
Grate the cheese.
- Cheese: 150 g
6
Chop dill and parsley finely.
- Dill: 1 bunch
- Parsley: 1 bunch
7
Pour all ingredients with mayonnaise, add garlic, and mix.
- Mayonnaise: 100 g
- Garlic: 3 cloves
8
Roll the dough into 2 layers about 0.5 cm thick each.
- Puff pastry: 500 g
9
Line the pan with parchment, generously grease with butter. Place 1 layer of dough.
- Puff pastry: 500 g
- Butter: 100 g
10
Spread the filling evenly over the dough surface. Place 2 layers of dough on top, make several cuts for steam to escape. Pinch the edges of the bottom layer with the top to form a large pie. You can brush the top with egg for shine (I usually don't do this).
11
Place in a preheated oven at 200 degrees for 40 minutes, until the dough is nicely browned.