Get ready to defeat hunger with a dish inspired by the ‘Halo’ game series! Our Azure Grunt Pie is a savory twist on the classic chicken pot pie that features a buttery biscuit topping and tender chicken filling. With its explosion of flavors and textures, this delicious recipe will take your taste buds on a journey through the gaming universe. Whether you’re a ‘Halo’ fan or just love a good pie, this recipe is the perfect way to level up your culinary skills.
Azure Grunt Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
- 2 cups of chicken broth
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/2 cup of frozen peas
- 1/2 cup of frozen corn
- 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon of dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
Dough:
- 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup of milk
Instructions
- Preparing the Chicken:
- Boil the chicken breasts and shred them into small pieces.
- Set the shredded chicken aside.
- Making the Filling:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Add the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are soft and the onions are translucent.
- Add the flour to the pot and stir to combine with the vegetables and butter.
- Pour in the chicken broth and milk, and stir to combine.
- Add the frozen peas, corn, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally (around 5-7 minutes).
- Add the shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine.
- Once combined, remove the pot from the heat and let it cool.
- Making the Dough:
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the small pieces of butter and use your hands to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add milk, and use a fork to stir until the dough forms a ball.
- Assembling the Pie:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Roll out the dough into small balls and place them on top of the cooled filling.
- Place the pot in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes until the dough is golden-brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Serving the Azure Grunt Pie:
- Remove the pie from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Serve this delicious, savory pie hot, and enjoy the flavors and textures inspired by the small, cowardly Grunts from ‘Halo’.
With its tender chicken flavor, buttery dough, and savory bubble-covered texture, our Azure Grunt Pie recipe inspired by ‘Halo’ is sure to be a culinary adventure. Whether you’re a ‘Halo’ fan or just looking for a fun twist on classic comfort food, this recipe will help you create the perfect dish for your family and friends.
