Craving something warm, creamy, and packed with herby goodness? This tarragon pie is the ultimate comfort dish. With tender chicken, buttery pastry, and the subtle sweetness of fresh tarragon, this pie is perfect for cosy family dinners or weekend gatherings.
Whether you call it chicken pot pie tarragon, chicken pot pie with tarragon, or simply a chicken & tarragon pie, this recipe gives you a creamy, aromatic filling wrapped in golden, flaky pastry.
Ingredients
For the pastry
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 150 g (10 tbsp) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 4–6 tbsp ice-cold water
For the filling
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 2 tbsp fresh tarragon (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For finishing
- 1 beaten egg (for brushing the pastry)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the pastry.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt.
- Rub in the cold butter until the mixture looks like breadcrumbs.
- Add water gradually until the dough comes together.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
2. Cook the creamy filling.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant and soft.
- Stir in mushrooms and cook until golden.
- Add the shredded chicken.
- Pour in cream, chicken stock, Dijon mustard, tarragon, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer until thickened, then cool completely.
3. Assemble the pie.
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Roll out half the pastry to line a pie dish.
- Spoon in the cooled chicken and tarragon filling.
- Cover with the remaining pastry, seal the edges, and cut small steam slits.
- Brush the top with beaten egg.
4. Bake
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Let it rest 10 minutes before slicing.
💡 Tips for the Perfect Chicken and Tarragon Pie
- Cheesy upgrade: Mix in some grated Gruyère cheese or Parmesan to the creamy filling.
- Vegetarian option: Swap chicken for sautéed leeks, spinach, or roasted vegetables.
- Time-saver: Use ready-made pastry for a quicker version of this chicken pie with tarragon.
Why You’ll Love This Chicken & Tarragon Pie
- Golden, flaky pastry
- Creamy, herby chicken filling
- Easy to make and family-friendly
- Perfect for meal prep and reheating leftovers
This chicken and tarragon pie is a step above your usual chicken pie — the delicate anise-like flavour of tarragon adds a gourmet twist that makes it unforgettable.
