Chicken pie

Method

1. 1

   Slice the leeks and mushrooms and fry in the butter, add the garlic

2. 2

   Chop chicken breasts into chunks and add to the pan

3. 3

   Add a sprinkle of thyme, salt and pepper, the chicken stock and a bay leaf to the pan once chicken is sealed (remember to remove bay leaf before transferring to the pie dish!)

4. 4

   Simmer for around 10 mins until stock has reduced

5. 5

   Once stock has reduced, add the single cream, stir and simmer for 5 minutes

6. 6

   Transfer to a pie dish and top with the puff pastry, brush with egg wash and bake in a 180°C oven for around 20 mins, or until pastry is golden and risen

7. 7

   You can replace the mushrooms/leeks for other vegetables if you prefer!