Broccoli Chicken Alfredo Hand Pies Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
• STEP 3.In the same skillet, add chopped broccoli and cook until tender. Remove from skillet and set aside.
• STEP 4.In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
• STEP 5.Gradually whisk in milk and bring to a simmer. Cook until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
• STEP 6.In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, cooked broccoli, and alfredo sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• STEP 7.Roll out the pie crust on a lightly floured surface. Cut out circles using a round cookie cutter or a glass. Place a spoonful of the chicken and broccoli mixture onto one half of each circle.
• STEP 8.Fold the other half of the circle over the filling and press the edges together to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
• STEP 9.Transfer the hand pies to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden crust.
• STEP 10.Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the hand pies are golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 11.Allow the hand pies to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
• STEP 12.Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Cooking Tips

• You can use store-bought or homemade alfredo sauce for this recipe.
• Feel free to add other vegetables or ingredients to the filling, such as mushrooms or cooked bacon.
• Make sure to seal the hand pies well to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
• Serve these hand pies as a main dish with a side salad or as a party appetizer.
• You can freeze the unbaked hand pies for later. Just place them on a baking sheet and freeze until firm, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.

Storage and Serving

• These hand pies are best served warm.
• Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.