Heart-Healthy Savory Chicken and Mushroom Hand Pies
Elevate your snack and mealtime with these irresistible Heart-Healthy Savory Chicken and Mushroom Hand Pies! Packed with nutritious ingredients like lean chicken breast, earthy mushrooms, vibrant baby spinach, and a creamy twist of low-fat Greek yogurt, these hand pies are a wholesome and flavorful treat. Made with a homemade whole wheat pastry dough, they showcase a golden, flaky crust perfect for encasing the rich, herb-infused filling. This recipe is designed to deliver full-bodied flavor while keeping sodium and saturated fats in check, making it a heart-smart choice for you and your family. Perfect for busy lunches, comforting dinners, or even on-the-go snacking, these hand pies are baked to perfection and deliver a tender-yet-crisp bite in every serving. Get ready to savor a delicious medley of textures and taste, all conveniently wrapped in a portable, nourishing package!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium white onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2.5 cups whole wheat pastry flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 0.75 cup cold water
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breast and cook until thoroughly cooked, about 6-8 minutes per side, then shred with two forks.
In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent, about 3 minutes.
Add garlic and mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms are tender, approximately 5 minutes.
Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Sprinkle the mushroom mixture with whole wheat flour, stirring to combine, and cook for 1 minute.
Gradually stir in chicken broth, cooking until the mixture begins to thicken.
Remove from heat and stir in Greek yogurt, thyme, shredded chicken, and black pepper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat pastry flour, salt, and baking powder.
Add cold cubed butter to the flour mixture and blend with a pastry cutter or fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add cold water, mixing until a dough forms.
Divide the dough into 12 equal parts and roll each piece into a circle about 6 inches in diameter.
Place approximately 1/4 cup of the filling on one half of each dough circle.
Fold the other half over the filling and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
Place hand pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cut a small slit on top for steam release.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.8 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.8 g | 374% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 673 mg | 224% | |
| Sodium | 3390 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 298.6 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.0 g | 171% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.1 g | ||
| Protein | 219.3 g | 439% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 514 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 3713 mg | 79% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
