Chicken Piccata Mini Hand Pies (Print view)

Golden flaky pies packed with zesty chicken, lemon, and capers for a portable savory treat.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Filling

01 - 1 cup cooked chicken breast, finely chopped
02 - 2 tbsp capers, rinsed and chopped
03 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
04 - 1 tbsp lemon zest
05 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
06 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
10 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
11 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
12 - 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth

→ Dough

13 - 1 sheet ready-rolled puff pastry, thawed (approximately 225 g)
14 - 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Heat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add chicken broth, whisking constantly until thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
03 - In a medium bowl, mix chopped chicken, capers, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and the prepared roux until evenly blended. Allow to cool slightly.
04 - Unroll puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into eight 4-inch (10 cm) circles. Gather scraps, reroll, and cut additional circles if needed.
05 - Place 2 tablespoons of filling in the center of each pastry circle. Lightly brush edges with beaten egg. Fold over to form a half-moon and press edges to seal. Crimp edges with a fork for a secure seal.
06 - Arrange pies on the prepared baking sheet and brush tops with remaining beaten egg to ensure a golden finish.
07 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed. Let cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Perfectly portable snack
  • Zesty chicken piccata filling
02 -
  • Serve warm or at room temperature
  • Substitute rotisserie chicken for convenience
03 -
  • Use chilled puff pastry for best flakiness
  • Do not overfill the pies to prevent leaking
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