Description
Before we fire up the stovetop, let us unpack what this dish actually is. A galette is a term used in French cuisine to describe various types of flat, round, or free-form crusty cakes. Unlike a standard pie that requires a specific deep-dish pan and meticulous crimping around the edges, a galette is shaped completely by hand on a flat baking sheet. You simply roll out the dough, pile your fillings high right in the middle, and fold the edges inward to create a beautiful, organic border. It is beautifully imperfect, meaning you do not have to worry about your pastry looking flawless before it goes into the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust
- 1¼ cups (160 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup (115 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3–4 tbsp ice water
For the Filling
- 2 cups cooked halal chicken breast, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup chicken broth (halal)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For Assembly
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp milk
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Make the Crust
- In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add ice water one tablespoon at a time until the dough comes together.
- Form into a disk, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Filling
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté onion for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and carrots; cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and cream until smooth.
- Add thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in chicken and peas. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and allow the filling to cool slightly.
Assemble and Bake
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll the dough into a 12-inch circle on a lightly floured surface.
- Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spoon the filling into the center, leaving a 2-inch border.
- Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pleating as needed.
- Mix the egg and milk, then brush over the crust.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 galette)
- Calories: 420 kcal
Keywords: Savory Halal Chicken Pastry Tart, Free-Form Halal Chicken Pie