Winter Recipe! Creamy Chicken, Ham & Leek Pie 🥧

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Ingredients:
4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 leeks
2 servings of chunky cooked ham
1 punnet of mushrooms (optional)
200g of creme fresh or double cream
1/2 cup of flour to thicken
1 chicken stock cube
1 tablespoon of dijon mustard or mustard of your choice
salt and pepper
1 sheet of puff pastry
1 spoon of real butter (optional)
Method: (Pre heat the oven to 180 degrees C or 350 degrees F)
1. Cut up the chicken thighs into pieces, chop the leeks, and mushroom
2. In a pan, fry off the chicken until it starts to brown and then add all your veggies and let them soften, add the butter for extra richness or extra virgin olive oil
3. Add your stock, salt and pepper
4. Tear in your cooked ham and stir
5. Remove from the heat and stir creme fresh
6. Add flour to thicken
7. Place mixture into oven dish and top with your puff pastry
8. Bake for 30 mins at 180 degrees c
9. Enjoy!
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[@tiamo543]

cooking with Lia needs to be a series for sure, this looks amazing!

[@liahatz]

Aww thanks so much Cailey x

[@Baconbreath0652]

@@liahatz )))())p]

[@shirleypaslay2019]

If you mix your mustard and creme fresh together and crumble the bullion into it, it will keep the moisture down. Also, flour your chicken pieces some. When the brown, it adds flavor to your dish. If you add the flour to your veggies and mix it around, it will absorb the moisture from them and it will darken a little and add flavor too. Then add your sauce mixture and it will be awesome but less runny. I'm just an old lady who loves to cook.

[@mandystory4275]

That sounds amazing.

[@liahatz]

Great tip! We need to get you on the channel Shirley

[@sabbycat3848]

@@liahatz also a little egg wash across the pastry will make it gorgeously brown!

[@shirleypaslay2019]

@Lia Hatzakis , I just found out I'm going to be a great grandma. See, just an old lady. And by the way, I live in Texas, but in the country. We have 40 acres with a pond to fish in.

[@dr.westwood]

The pie looks amazing. Glad you’ve been supporting your local butcher during lockdown. Here’s a tip for stock cubes for anyone interested: crush the cube up a bit before you remove it from its wrapping and it will dissolve better and faster. Also, for the Americans 180°C is 350°F on your ovens.

[@mandystory4275]

Bless you for converting the tempature.

[@mandystory4275]

Ha ha you had to make a disclaimer about the mushrooms because of Joel.

[@kates7277]

All I can picture is Joel's face at the mushrooms :) You're glowing, Legend xx

[@cindymart6101]

Absolutely loved your housewife laugh🤣🤣🤣💝

[@christianoliver3572]

Oh Lia I just about fell off the couch! You made me laugh so hard when during a true human moment you splashed good ol Will Smith with your stock!! I laughed so hard my dog started barking!! Thanks for putting a smile on my face & best wishes from south Texas!! P. S. I am glad you support your local butcher. Also.... Well I think you should ask Father Christmas for a high quality 12 or 15 inch chef knife!! Take care!!

[@liahatz]

I'm the clumsiest woman in the world so I don't know if it's a good idea

[@christianoliver3572]

@@liahatz No Lia it's actually the other way round. Most home kitchen knife injuries are actually caused by dull or cheap knives. A dull knife requires much more force or strength to cut. Since pretty much all foods either have some fat or moisture content it's much more likely that they will move while you are cutting them when using a duller knife. When the food that you are cutting slides so do your hands so the knife is more likely to slip & slide and that is where you end up potentially cutting yourself. A sharp high quality knife will cut true and sharp. It also will weigh significantly more so you don't have to use so much force to make a cut. Anyway I really liked your recipe & you keep on cooking!

[@ClaudiaLoreLim]

I live in Austin TX and my grocery store is HEB but I also have and Aldi close and I will look for the pastry. Thank you Lia! I am loving the vlogmas, can't believe there is already 3 episodes! Thank you

[@stephaniewickstrom7331]

I made this pie last week and it was amazing. I added some roasted potatoes and carrots left over from another meal. So warm and cozy. Thanks for the great recipe. I’ll add it to my favs. Merry Christmas from Northern Virginia, DC area.

[@rawilson7768]

Whitney Houston’s “I will always love you” as the pie comes out of the oven is a cute choice while editing.

[@lissalong7045]

Just finished eating your delicious recipe and my family loved it! It’s also the first time I’ve used store bought puffed pastry sheets. I didn’t know what I’ve been missing out on. Mine came with two sheets and I used my left over pastry for little Nutella popovers. 😊 So good! Thank you for sharing! Will definitely make your recipe again 👍

[@AngelaGWillis]

Looks delish, Lia. Thank you. Gonna add it to our family's meal plan for next week. Been cooking for 45+ years...If I may suggest a few things to make your filling a wee bit more consistent each time you make it and give it even more flavor... Cook the chicken in a combo of EVOO (for temp) and butter (for flavor), then after your chicken has caramelized on a medium heat take out the chicken (if the pan is too small) and do the same with the mushrooms, lightly seasoning with each ingredient to 'layer' flavors... let them caramelize and finally add in the leek and let them sweat. When all of that is browned and soft, (add back in chicken if needed) toss with flour or corn flour/starch. Let that cook for a minute or two to cook out the flour taste and add liquid (equal amounts of starch to liquid). Stock, broth, white wine or your hot water and stock cube mixture and the mustard - this will create a gravy. use enough liquid to make it slightly looser than you actually want then let it cook for a few minutes until thickened. Taking off the heat for the creme fresh was a good move, as dairy can break under the heat, but heavy cream or sour cream (which we can more easily get in the states would work well with this dish, too) and this would be a good time to add cheese (gruyere or a smoke gouda would be wonderful), too, if desired. It might also be fun to add some herbs, like flat leaf parsley, thyme, or marjoram (goes great with mushrooms). Cool the filling slightly, then add to the casserole dish, topping with the puffed pastry. The pastry should puff higher, if you don't use the fork on it, so rather than doing that you can try trimming it (using the dish as a template) or turning the edges under. An egg wash (1 egg beaten with a dash of cream) applied with a pastry brush will give you a scrummy golden crispy Instagram-worthy top. Oh, and just as a side note, you may want to explain the intricate cleaning of leeks before chopping them for those that may have never used them, since sand and dirt can really ruin the dish.

[@thegroundedwick2332]

Can’t wait to try the recipe! Thanks for sharing!! And the singing at the end is always worth the stay!! 👏🏼👏🏼

[@LyleFrancisDelp]

So happy to hear you are recovering from Covid. I was very concerned.

[@victorduffany7723]

You can cook for me anytime. And I will wash dishes. Just a little suggestion and you can use less flower. Cornstarch is useful as a thickener, baking powder can help liquids congeal, causing them to thicken.

[@Twoweebles]

Lia, I made the pie last week for my family!!!! Like I said below, my husband does 99% of the cooking. My hubby and son LOVED the pie. It was so delicious! Everyone went back for a second piece. I live in Kentucky, USA. I was able to easily get the leeks at our local Meijer grocery store, but could not find the Creme' Fraiche. I thought about making my own, but apparently it takes like 48 hours. So I used sour cream instead. It tasted great. My family loved it and my husband was so proud of me for cooking such a wonderful meal. I am going to make for our Christmas dinner!! Thank you!

[@liahatz]

Perfect!’ I’m glad it works with sour cream just fine xx

[@MiltonGoinsHome]

I tried this the last time you did it, without measurements. I didn't realize the chicken stock cube went in, but will try that next time. Either way, I am so glad to have the actual recipe now, and really liked your video. You never cease to make me laugh (your housewife laugh and I Will Always Love You).

[@crinkle2649]

Cornstarch thickens the stuff up. You mix it with a little cold water and pour it into your food while it's cooking.

[@deborahgilliland1804]

You might want to loosen and soak the leeks in some cold water for a bit to let the sand go to the bottom of a bowl. My aunt use to make this when I was a kid. It really is good

[@Twoweebles]

Lia, Thank you so much for posting this. I can't wait to try to make this for my husband (he usually does all the cooking!) It looks delicious. I love your singing outros. Just beautiful!

[@richardmccarley281]

I'll bet the sand in those leeks added a nice little crunch to the dish

[@catherineavakian5833]

Love the funny bits in your video 😂 makes it so fun. Looks delicious!

[@joannebaker4925]

Lia, enjoyed watching you cooking the chicken, ham, mushroom and leek dish. It was very soothing. Joel would have been scolding looking at the mushrooms. It's a very wintery dish.

[@meganpinkham1793]

Thanks for making this video Lia!! I'll definitely be trying this recipe! Happy Vlogmas! 😉 Loving your cooking videos!

[@brigidweidner5392]

I live your cooking vlogs. I will definitely be making this one night soon! Thanks

[@lyndabond1570]

I’m going to try this recipe. It looks delicious 😋. Im 1 who doesn’t care for mushrooms or eat meat so going to use onions and more veggies. It’s snowing and raining on and off here today and this is definitely something I’d eat on a winters day. Nice vlog 👍

[@harvestmoon_autumnsky]

I will absolutely make this. Simple healthy. (Healthier than take out). Looks delicious. But seriously yes, get a decent chefs knife. Nothing fancy, but you will find it makes your life so much easier. Made it! Husband brought home baklava. It was a sign that tonight should be the night. I think i added too much Dijon but it still tastes good!

[@dejashu]

Yessssss I’ve been waiting for this one!! Want to make this after hearing about this pie 🥧

[@liahatz]

We need to do a cooking episode together that would be so fun

[@dejashu]

@@liahatz it’s happening!!

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

Very excellent. I love to eat!!!! Mushrooms 🍄 not my fav but I will eat them just the same!

[@ashleywalker93]

Looks delish and perfect for a cozy winter dinner. Can’t wait to try! Also, I like your loose measurements. I remember exactly what goes in it without having to remember a recipe, so that is probably easier than a strict recipe anyway. Thanks, Lia! X

[@robertschwartz4810]

That looked delicious. I would have sautéed the mushrooms first,then the leeks. Vegetables, especially mushrooms exude a whole lot of water. That's why your pizza is sometimes so wet when ordered with mushrooms.

[@joditudor5758]

Printed the recipe, heading to the store to pick up the ingredients, cannot wait to try this!!!!

[@Lisa-pb3qp]

Holy cow. I’ve never seen chicken thighs so reddish pink, nor that particular size and shape. Such an interesting recipe.

[@loving50andbeyond]

Looks so delicious! I can't wait to make it! Thanks for sharing, Lia.

[@liahatz]

You are so welcome! x

[@annalbs]

Trying this today for lunch with my parents!! Can’t wait to taste it! Thanks Lia!

[@annalbs]

It was a total hit! Even my kids went back for seconds! Delicious

[@michaelmullard4292]

Yum, that looks so amazing! I’ve got some puff pastry in the freezer. Great use for it!!

[@dotell8925]

I love the way you cook. It makes me feel right at home.

[@nonsense289]

yum! i made this with leftover turkey from thanksgiving. sauteed in olive oile and then added chicken broth instead of bouillion. i did not add ham. especially good as leftover!!

[@joditudor5758]

Just made this and it was amazing!! Thank you so much for sharing this recipe

[@billettescrafts]

Yum! Thx Lia 👏 Will smith is my chocolate ❤️❤️

[@Elizabeth-rh1hl]

That looks really good. I think I’ll give it a try. Thanks

[@adam311835]

Lia, two years later and I am still making this, it's so good! Just a note - the method part of the recipe does not say to add the Dijon. I made this once and thought I forgot to add the Dijon, but this time i realized it was missing from the instructions. I think next time I make this into a stew by adding extra broth!

[@liahatz]

Thanks for the heads up! I will make sure to edit that Dijon bit into the method Glad you’re enjoying !!,,

[@rhiannonmurphy9034]

Food looks delish hun. Wish I was there with you. Much love to u.

[@tappingtechie08]

That looks absolutely delicious. I'm definitely going to keep this recipe in mind.

[@christinakavanagh3912]

Looks fantastic!! Yum!

[@gwenbray9205]

I love your cooking videos!

[@RJ-mw2gw]

I just made it and put it in the oven! Cannot wait!

[@teresacook4990]

Thank you Lia, that looks doable! I can’t wait to try it!

[@engruls06]

Ooo what a pretty and delicious looking dish. I'm totally adding this to my list of recipes to try after I'm done with pregnancy sickness!

[@rileyreed2230]

Love these cooking videos, this recipe sounds amazing! ☺️❤️

[@jadecummings8093]

Lovely recipe miss and have a wonderful holiday! 😉

[@BobsCreativeDays]

Looks delicious. Will definitely make this soon for the family. Thank you for sharing your recipe.

[@MissieMommy518]

Lia, this looks delish. Glad to see you both are well and able to enjoy your food again. My daughter and I have recently been able to try Taylors or Harrogate Yorkshire tea and are completely obsessed. What kind of tea is your go to? From Central New York.

[@deegeef]

I wonder if a bit of fresh thyme and a splash of dry white wine wouldn’t add a bit of depth to the flavour?

[@mareencope8421]

I haven't seen Creme Fraiche in the store. Maybe sour cream would do. I like the suggestion to use artichoke hearts. My son won't eat mushrooms.

[@emmahaslbauer5023]

Omg just made this pie and it is delicious!!!!!!!! 10 out of 10 my 9 year old daughter made it

[@liahatz]

Nice work!! xx

[@larryrichards3747]

Looks amazing! I want to try this recipe. Thank you for sharing! Happy Holidays from Pueblo, Colorado!

[@JasmineGellatly]

Looked so goooood! Love to see you cooking, you make it seem so achievable and it's really nice to watch. Saved this in my food playlist for meals I want to make! 🥰

[@HappyValleyDreamin]

That looks delicious 😋 Thank You for sharing 🎄🎄🎄🎄Also about the stock cubes, are they the same as bouillon? Thanks again....

[@gentlespiritjw4904]

I enjoyed watching you cook. Kinda felt like I was hanging out at the kitchen counter with you! 😊 Tons of love from Jean ❤❤xo

[@liahatz]

Love that! Hope you're doing well today Jean xx

[@johnsymonstcu]

Hi Jean! I am so happy to see your name here! Have a pleasant weekend, dear friend. 🤗❤❄🎄☃️🙏🌎

[@gentlespiritjw4904]

@@johnsymonstcu Hi dear friend! I started writing a message back to you and a close friend in Minnesota called me and now what I'd written has disappeared. A fire is burning out of control and she was worried it was close to me but it's about 20 miles away and I'm safe. Anyway, all is well with me. Do you want to try Instagram again? 😁🙏❤😊🥀

[@abuckley4311]

That looks AMAZING Lia! I am making that tomorrow night!

[@evans.1363]

Nice!

[@RetiredRosie]

Great recipe. I saved it to my recipe group. Hope this will get you some more followers.

[@shirleyk7647]

🇨🇦 Looks wonderful. Not sure what Creme Freche is, or what the equivalent is in Canada and U.S.

[@maryweeks9474]

Wondering the same, is it sour cream or cream cheese ?

[@deegeef]

In Canada, creme fraiche is, umm, creme fraiche. You can make your own by adding sour cream to whipping cream.

[@jarrodh8041]

Looks so good. I will try this weekend to make a vegan version of this. Cheers from London 🇬🇧

[@barbarakiewe2870]

Looks delicious, can't wait to try it. Thanks for posting. Merry Christmas!

[@Jusher64]

Thank you Lia for this video! I’m definitely going to make it sans mushroom. I wonder if I can add parboiled carrots? 🤔

[@liahatz]

Yes you can! They will go really well!!

[@seandesmond5560]

You are looking amazing lovely Lia!!! ❤ Great vlog!!! 😊

[@liahatz]

Thank you!! 😊

[@mousegouse]

Wow, looks really yummy 😋. The food doesn't look half bad either 😁

[@donniebrooks21]

Yummy. When u come to put my tree, you make this for me😂🤤

[@lisaburnette6850]

Thank you, Lia! It’s nice to think about something normal .

[@nonsense289]

i dont see creme fresh in stores here in north carolina so i used heavy cream( in a carton by the milk). u still need to add flour. i dont think sour cream would work - too tangy

[@StevenParedes]

Have you ever made this with Prosciutto ham? I think that would be sooooo good.

[@liahatz]

That would be really nice!! I'll try it next time

[@kategriffin7297]

Looks yummy and easy! I will definitely give it a try.🎁🎅🏼🦌 onward with Vlogmas ❤️

[@beverlydust5381]

I like your cooking videos the recipe turned out quite good I would like to try it.

[@liahatz]

Please do! Thanks Bev x

[@abstruseone4052]

Looks yummy. Thanks for the recipe. 🍽

[@elbow7991]

Yummy! Going to try this for sure! Have a Merry Christmas!

[@deniselegere5927]

Love the Wil Smith shirt 😁

[@maureenjeffries3007]

I'm definitely going to try it. Thank you!

[@liahatz]

Hope you like it! x

[@deannaeakle8680]

Since I’m allergic to mushrooms I think I’d maybe put artichoke hearts instead? It looks delicious

[@miraeso8416]

This looks so good! I'm going to give it a try. Thanks!

[@evadj27]

I would have had at least a third of the food slopped our of the pan trying to stir it. Well done!

[@garydell2023]

This looked easy and I like mushrooms....Thank you.

[@tinag7381]

Looks yummy and I love mushrooms!

[@karenpinson759]

Looks delicious. You may cook for me any time.

[@trolltoon]

looks delish - will have to give it a try

[@nmaiso4887]

I’m allergic to the onion family. I wonder if I could use artichokes instead of leaks?

[@uwemuller2944]

Looks so delicious. Where can I find you? 😊

[@angelacreech5655]

Love this going to have to try this

[@crinkle2649]

The splash is just one of those things that happens.

[@KatieScoot11]

Ooh, that looks delicious! I’ve got a question 🙋 Did you grease the dish before putting the mixture in? You didn’t mention anything like that, but I’d be concerned it would stick. I hope Will and your jeans come up clean! 😏 Thanks Lia!

[@liahatz]

Hey Scoot! I didn't grease it at all no, i've never had any issues with these types of oven dish in terms of sticking xx

[@Jezqi83]

I dont eat ham but I think I'll make it without and it'll be delicious.

[@lonniekramlich6241]

Looks yummy, gonna try it ! A video everyday Lia, hang in there. Peace & Love❤🤗⚘

[@christineallocca7307]

Great job, Lia!

[@kathleenyates6026]

It looks so yummy 😋

[@cheryldemarco889]

Looks delicious!

[@ashleypr156]

It cracks me up every time i see someone cutting meat with scissors. My grandma would have a fit if i ever do that. 🤣

[@copehargrove431]

Back like we never left

[@DP-po7si]

Love the cooking vlogs😁

[@liahatz]

Glad you like them! xx

[@LyleFrancisDelp]

Oh my! I have to try this!!! You should start a new channel....Cooking with Lia.