Chicken and Onion Pies

Cookinero 29 Apr 2025

Appetizing homemade meat pastries are ideal for a hearty snack or breakfast. Oven-baked pies are juicy and flavorful, and go well with hot and cold drinks. Meat pies retain their original freshness and bright taste for a long time. Both adults and children will appreciate this delicious homemade pastry.

How to cook Chicken and Onion Pies

Step 1

Chicken and Onion Pies

Chop the onion, cut the chicken fillet into small pieces. Fry the chicken and onion in a small amount of oil until golden brown. Add salt and pepper to the filling while frying. If desired, you can add paprika, turmeric or a mixture of dried herbs for a rich taste.

Step 2

Chicken and Onion Pies

Divide the finished dough into equal parts, in the form of small balls. Roll out each part, use flour if the dough sticks to your hands and the dish. Distribute the filling in the middle of the rolled out dough and add chopped greens. Do the same combination with each piece of dough.

Step 3

Chicken and Onion Pies

Roll up the dough and secure at the edges. Place the pies in a baking dish, grease with butter or egg yolk, if desired. First, lay parchment on the baking sheet, grease with a small amount of vegetable oil.

Step 4

Chicken and Onion Pies

Bake in the oven at 180℃ for 30-35 minutes. Cool the finished pies under a towel, serve with aromatic tea or coffee, you can serve with sour cream or runny fried eggs, for the most sophisticated gourmets. Enjoy your meal!

Chicken and Onion Pies - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can substitute homemade dough with store-bought puff pastry or pie dough for convenience. Just ensure it's thawed if frozen and follow the same rolling and filling steps.
Replace the chicken with sautéed mushrooms, lentils, or a plant-based meat alternative. Adjust seasoning to taste and ensure any substitutes are cooked before filling the pies.
Store cooled pies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 160°C for 10 minutes to retain crispness.
Yes! Freeze unbaked pies on a tray before transferring to a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding 5-10 minutes to the cooking time. Baked pies can also be frozen and reheated.
Use a gluten-free flour blend for the dough and ensure all other ingredients (like spices) are certified gluten-free. The texture may be slightly denser.
Thyme, rosemary, or cumin complement the chicken and onion. For heat, add a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne pepper.
Absolutely! Divide the dough into smaller portions (walnut-sized) and adjust baking time to 20-25 minutes. Perfect for parties!
Use olive oil spray or a light brush of milk for a lower-fat option. Egg whites also give a shine without added richness.

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