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Savory Hand Pies

Savory Hand Pies

These Savory Hand Pies are buttery, flaky, and filled with warm, comforting flavors. Easy to customize with chicken, beef, vegetables, or cheese, they’re perfect for quick meals, make-ahead lunches, or party appetizers. Bake them fresh or freeze for later—either way, they’re a deliciously portable comfort food.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 pies
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American, British, European
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 sheets puff pastry or homemade pie dough
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cooked chicken shredded or beef (cooked & seasoned)
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables peas, carrots, corn, etc.
  • ½ cup shredded cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or feta
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian herbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add chicken (or beef) and vegetables. Season with herbs, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat, stir in cheese, and let cool slightly.
  3. Roll out pastry and cut into 8 circles or rectangles. Place filling in the center of each piece.
  4. Fold over and crimp edges with a fork to seal. Brush tops with egg wash.
  5. Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake 20–25 minutes, until golden and puffed.
  6. Serve warm with dipping sauces.

Notes

  • Swap fillings: spinach & feta, spiced lentils, or mushrooms & cheese.
  • Freeze unbaked pies on a tray, then bake directly from frozen when needed.
  • For extra golden color, brush with egg wash twice.
Toppings / Dips Ideas:
  • Sour cream
  • Garlic aioli
  • Tomato chutney
  • Spicy ketchup
  • Yogurt dip with herbs