Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Chicken Pie

Looking for a hearty and comforting meal that doesn’t take hours to make? This Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Chicken Pie is everything you want in a weeknight dinner—easy, quick, and packed with cozy flavors. Tender chicken, golden mushrooms, and a hit of fresh thyme wrapped in crisp puff pastry—this is a one-pan wonder that always satisfies. (inspired by Jamie Oliver)

Ingredients Needed

• 2 medium onions
• 600g (1.3 lbs) chicken thighs, skin off, bone out
• 350g (12 oz) mixed mushrooms
• 30g (1 oz) fresh thyme
• 375g (13 oz) all-butter puff pastry, cold

How To Make Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Chicken Pie

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 220°C/425°F/gas mark 7.
2. Cook Onions and Chicken: Place a large ovenproof frying pan (about 30cm) over high heat with a tablespoon of olive oil. Peel and roughly chop the onions. Chop two-thirds of the chicken roughly and the rest finely, then add everything to the pan. Cook for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden.
3. Add the Mushrooms: In another pan, dry-toast the mushrooms over medium heat for 4 minutes, tearing any large ones. Add them to the chicken mixture with half of the thyme leaves.
4. Season and Add Liquid: Take the pan off the heat. Add salt, pepper, a tablespoon of red wine vinegar, and 150ml (⅔ cup) of water. Mix well.
5. Top with Puff Pastry and Bake: Roll out the puff pastry to about 2cm (1 inch) larger than your pan. Lay it over the filling and tuck the edges in using a wooden spoon. Lightly score the top, brush with olive oil, and poke the remaining thyme sprigs into the center. Bake on the bottom shelf for 15 minutes or until puffed and golden.

Why I Love This Recipe

This pie is a lifesaver when you need something that feels special but comes together easily. The mushrooms add that earthy depth, the thyme makes it fragrant, and the puff pastry… well, who can resist golden pastry? It’s become one of our favorite family dinners.

Recipe Tips

• Keep Puff Pastry Cold: Cold pastry rises better and stays crisp.
• Chop Chicken Two Ways: A mix of big and small pieces gives great texture.
• Toast the Mushrooms: This step adds a rich, nutty flavor.
• Bake on the Bottom Shelf: Ensures a perfectly crisp pastry base.
• Don’t Skip the Vinegar: It adds brightness to balance the richness.

How To Store This Jamie Oliver 5 Ingredients Chicken Pie

• At Room Temperature: Let it cool no more than 2 hours.
• In the Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• In the Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight.
• Reheating: Oven: Reheat at 180°C/350°F covered with foil for 20–25 minutes. Microwave: Heat slices on medium for 2–3 minutes. Air Fryer: Heat at 160°C/320°F for 5–7 minutes for a crisp finish.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• What If My Puff Pastry Doesn’t Puff Up? Make sure it’s cold when you use it and don’t overwork it.
• How Do I Prevent Watery Filling? Don’t add extra water, and toast mushrooms well to reduce moisture.
• Can I Use Other Mushrooms? Yes, use whatever mix you prefer—button, cremini, or wild.
• How Do I Know It’s Done? The pastry should be golden and the filling bubbling around the edges.
• Why Did It Leak? Make sure to tuck in the pastry well and avoid overfilling.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving

• Calories: 683
• Total Fat: 40.7g
• Saturated Fat: 19.8g
• Sodium: 1.2g
• Total Carbohydrate: 42g
• Dietary Fiber: 4.3g
• Sugars: 7.2g
• Protein: 36.7g

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