Saucy Chicken and Mushroom Pie
Number of servings: 4
Cost per serving: R33
Meal Total: R131

Ingredient List:
2 chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon maizena/cornflour
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 green chilli, finely chopped
125 grams sliced mushrooms
2x250 grams butter puff pastry
Method:
Step 1: Season chicken with salt and pepper.
Step 2: Drizzle over the olive oil.
Step 3: Place a small pot over a medium heat and add chicken.
Step 4: Cook for around 7 minutes.
Step 5: Remove the chicken from the pot and keep aside.
Step 6: In the same pot, add the can of the soup.
Step 7: Quickly whisk in the cornflour and allow it to come to a boil.
Step 8: Add curry powder, chilli and mushrooms and cook for another 7 minutes.
Step 9: Remove it from the heat and allow to cool for about 10 to 20 minutes,
Step 10: Preheat the oven to 180 C without fan
Step 11: Place one sheet of pastry at the bottom of your pie dish,
Step 12: Add filling.
Step 13: Place the second sheet of pastry over the top.
Step 14: Use a fork to neaten the edges.
Step 15: Brush the top of the pie with egg wash.
Step 16: Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the top of pie is golden brown.
Step 17: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool for around 10 minutes before cutting into it.
Serve with salad or grilled vegetables.