Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Cook the chicken by placing the chicken breasts in a medium saucepan and covering with cold water. Bring to boil, then simmer for 15-18 minutes until fully cooked.
- Remove chicken, let it rest for 5 minutes, and shred into chunky pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the chopped bacon until crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
- In the same pan, cook the diced onion until softened, about 3 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add diced bell peppers and cook for 4-5 minutes until peppers are tender.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, stir, and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add chicken stock while stirring, then add barbecue and Worcestershire sauce, and spices.
- Combine the shredded chicken and cooked bacon into the filling and let it cool for 10 minutes.
Assembly
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F) and grease a pie dish.
- Line the dish with the first sheet of pastry, letting the excess hang over the edge.
- Add the cooled filling and sprinkle with both cheeses.
- Cover with the second pastry sheet, seal the edges, and cut slits for steam vents.
- Brush with egg wash and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Ensure that the filling cools before adding to the pastry to avoid a soggy crust. Use Monterey Jack cheese for the best flavor and texture.
