Classic Chicken Pie

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).

2. 2

   Boil the chicken drumsticks in a pot of water for about 20 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove the chicken, let it cool, then shred the meat off the bones.

3. 3

   In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, leek, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are soft.

4. 4

   Add the flour to the pan and stir well to combine. Cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

5. 5

   Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens.

6. 6

   Add the shredded chicken, chopped sweet potato, spinach, and spring onions to the pan. Cook for another 5 minutes.

7. 7

   Stir in the grated cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Pour the mixture into a pie dish.

9. 9

   Roll out the puff pastry and place it over the pie dish, trimming any excess. Press the edges to seal.

10. 10

    Beat the egg and brush it over the puff pastry to give it a golden color when baked.

11. 11

    Make a few small cuts in the pastry to allow steam to escape.

12. 12

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.

13. 13

    Let the pie cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Classic Chicken Pie!