15 easy chicken pie recipes for a tasty, midweek meal
From traditional chicken and bacon pies, to creamy Greek lemon chicken fillings.
When we think of chicken pie, we think of the satisfying crunch the crust makes when cutting it open, or the steam rising from the filling and the family gathering around the table for a hearty meal.
Basically, a good chicken pie is a comfort food classic.
So whether it's topped with filo, or even gnocchi, stuffed with creamy chicken and mushroom or encased in rich shortcrust pastry, there's plenty of ways to make a traditional chicken pie. Here are our favourites...
Cock-a-leekie Pie
Cock-a-leekie soup traditionally has prunes in it, but leave them out if you’d prefer.
Recipe: Cock-a-leekie pie
Chicken and bacon pie
Chicken and mushroom pot pie
Rosti-topped Chicken
If you prefer, use chicken thigh fillets instead of chicken breast
Recipe: Rosti-topped Chicken
Chicken and asparagus pie
This delicious dish is pure comfort food. And a perfect way to use up your leftovers.
Recipe: Chicken and asparagus pie
Chicken, Pistachio and Apricot Pie
This spiced Moroccan-style pie would make a grand addition to a buffet.
Chicken and chorizo pie
Chorizo, peppers and sherry bring a Spanish flair to a classic chicken pie recipe.
Recipe: Chicken and chorizo pie
Roast chicken pie
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Turn to this pie recipe when you have leftover roast chicken and vegetables.
Recipe: Roast chicken pie
Chicken and leek filo pie
Gnocchi-Topped Chicken Pie
Chicken pies can be quite a faff to bring together – not sure when the cheeses melt to make an unctuous sauce and you use pre-cooked chook. This one is so much easier! Easiest ever pie!
Recipe: Gnocchi-Topped Chicken Pie
Chicken thigh pie
Stuffing mix adds lots of flavour without a long list of ingredients. If you prefer, replace the ham with mushrooms.
Recipe: Chicken thigh pie
Cheat's chicken pie
The cheat: Tinned mushroom soup means you don't have to make a white sauce and gives a creamy finish (without the need for cream).
Recipe: Cheat's chicken pie
Chicken Pot Pies
The ultimate comfort food, these chicken pot pies are perfect for a filling autumn supper.
Recipe: Chicken Pot Pies
Chicken and leek pie
Greek lemon chicken pie
This Greek recipe of lemon chicken pie makes for a hearty lunch or dinner.
Recipe: Greek lemon chicken pie
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