Botswanan Chicken Pie (Botswana)

Botswana is known for its rich culinary heritage, which includes a variety of traditional dishes like the Botswanan Chicken Pie.

This is high protein and non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Botswanan Chicken Pie (Botswana)

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Botswanan Courses: Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2700

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Chicken
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Carrot
• 2 medium Potato
• 1 cup Frozen Peas
• 1 cup Chicken Stock
• 1 cup Flour
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 unit Egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large pan, heat butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent.
3. Add chicken and cook until browned. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add carrots and potatoes. Cook until slightly tender.
5. Add frozen peas and cook for another 2 minutes.
6. Return the chicken to the pan and add chicken stock. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
7. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
8. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until thickened.
9. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
10. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Stir to combine.
11. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
12. Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface and place it over the filling. Trim the edges and press to seal.
13. Brush the pastry with beaten egg.
14. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
15. Allow the pie to rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 2g

Protein 25g50%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.