Impossibly Easy Mini Thai Chicken Pies

Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Impossibly Easy Mini Thai Chicken Pies
65 min.
6
217kcal

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Are you ready to embark on a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of Thailand right to your kitchen? Introducing the Impossibly Easy Mini Thai Chicken Pies, a delightful dish that is not only gluten-free but also perfect for any meal of the day. Whether you're looking for a satisfying lunch, a hearty dinner, or a unique main course to impress your guests, these mini pies are sure to be a hit!

Imagine tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken infused with the aromatic essence of Thai red curry paste, complemented by the freshness of cilantro and zesty lime juice. Each pie is a delightful explosion of flavors, topped with gooey mozzarella cheese and a crunchy sprinkle of salted cocktail peanuts that adds the perfect finishing touch. With a preparation time of just 65 minutes, you can whip up these scrumptious treats with ease.

Not only are these mini pies a feast for the taste buds, but they also offer a balanced caloric profile, making them a guilt-free indulgence at just 217 calories per serving. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner, these little wonders are sure to leave everyone asking for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress with this easy-to-follow recipe that brings a taste of Thailand to your table!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • lb chicken breast boneless skinless cut into bite-size pieces
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • 0.3 cup spring onion sliced (4 medium)
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon curry paste red
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • oz mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.5 cup fruit cocktail salted
  • 0.3 cup spring onion sliced (4 medium, if desired)
  • 0.5 cup frangelico 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 12 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray.
  2. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in oil 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  3. Add onion; cook 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Add green onions, cilantro, red curry paste and lime juice, stirring occasionally, until mixture is heated through. Cool 5 minutes; stir in cheese.
  5. In medium bowl, stir baking mixture ingredients with whisk or fork until blended. Spoon 1 scant tablespoon baking mixture into each muffin cup. Top with about 1/4 cup Thai chicken mixture. Spoon 1 tablespoon baking mixture onto Thai chicken mixture in each muffin cup.
  6. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and tops of pies are golden brown. Ten minutes into baking, carefully open oven and sprinkle 1/2 tablespoon peanuts on top of each muffin. Close oven door and finish baking. Cool 5 minutes. With thin knife, loosen sides of pies from pan; remove from pan and place top sides up on cooling rack. Cool 10 minutes longer; serve with sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories217kcal
Protein43.25%
Fat44.41%
Carbs12.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.5
Glycemic Load
2.42
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.357391139735%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.22mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.2mg
Quercetin
3.96mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:216.84kcal
10.84%
Fat:10.57g
16.27%
Saturated Fat:4.12g
25.75%
Carbohydrates:6.61g
2.2%
Net Carbohydrates:5.92g
2.15%
Sugar:4.87g
5.41%
Cholesterol:120.31mg
40.1%
Sodium:238.19mg
10.36%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.17g
46.33%
Selenium:32.52µg
46.46%
Vitamin B3:8.08mg
40.42%
Vitamin B6:0.64mg
32.19%
Phosphorus:285.08mg
28.51%
Vitamin K:24.77µg
23.59%
Vitamin B5:1.45mg
14.46%
Calcium:144.1mg
14.41%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.1%
Vitamin B12:0.82µg
13.71%
Potassium:411.63mg
11.76%
Vitamin A:499.74IU
9.99%
Zinc:1.34mg
8.94%
Magnesium:32.02mg
8%
Vitamin C:4.81mg
5.83%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.78%
Folate:20.38µg
5.09%
Iron:0.85mg
4.75%
Vitamin E:0.7mg
4.67%
Vitamin D:0.67µg
4.45%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.27%
Copper:0.06mg
3.08%
Fiber:0.69g
2.76%