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French Chicken And Mushroom Pie (Tourte)

Ultimate French Chicken and Mushroom Pie Tourte Recipe

French Chicken And Mushroom Pie (Tourte) is a comforting dish made from leftover chicken or turkey, mushrooms, and bacon, wrapped in a flaky crust.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Baking
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 510 g Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts leftover cooked chicken or turkey works well
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper
  • 60 g Unsalted Butter plant-based butter can be used for dairy-free option
  • 200 g Bacon consider turkey bacon for a leaner alternative
  • 450 g Mushrooms mixed types, seasonal mushrooms can be substituted
  • 1 large Onion shallots can be swapped for a milder taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic omit if you prefer a milder nuance
  • 50 g All-Purpose Flour use gluten-free flour blend if desired
  • 195 ml Chicken Stock opt for low-sodium varieties
  • 195 ml Milk minimum 2%, plant-based milk substitutes work for dairy-free preferences
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard reduce or omit based on taste preference
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme fresh thyme can substitute for more vibrant flavor
For the Crust
  • 2 packets Ready-Rolled Puff Pastry 370g total, homemade pastry can elevate the flavor

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

How to Make French Chicken and Mushroom Pie
  1. Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-1.5 inch pieces and season with salt and pepper. Let the chicken sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  2. In a large frying pan, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon and set aside.
  3. Add the seasoned chicken to the same pan and cook until mostly cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove the chicken and cover to keep warm.
  4. In the same pan, add the remaining butter and let it melt. Toss in the mixed mushrooms and sauté until browned, approximately 5-7 minutes. Set mushrooms aside.
  5. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in the remaining fat until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Sprinkle in the flour, stir to coat, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Gradually pour in the chicken stock, stirring until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Stir in the milk, Dijon mustard, dried thyme, cooked bacon, sautéed mushrooms, and warm chicken. Mix well and set aside to cool slightly.
  7. Preheat your oven to 410°F (210°C). Line a 9-inch pie dish with parchment paper; place one sheet of puff pastry at the bottom. Pour in the filling, then cover with a second sheet of pastry. Seal the edges and trim any excess.
  8. Brush the top of the pastry with an egg wash for a golden finish and cut a few slits to allow steam to escape. Bake for 20 minutes, then reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Allow the pie to cool for about 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a light side salad to balance the richness of the pie.

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