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Low-Calorie Nigerian Chicken Pie

Discover how to enjoy flaky Nigerian-style pies on a weight-loss journey without sacrificing flavor. This reduced-calorie version keeps the taste and satisfaction while cutting unnecessary calories.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Nigerian
Calories: 179
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pie Crust
  • 200 g all-purpose flour + 1/2 cup for rolling
  • 30 g oats
  • 10 g chia seeds
  • 112 g light vegetable oil spread
  • 1 tsp baking powder
Filling
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1.62 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 tbsp seasoning
  • 127 g potatoes
  • 207 g carrots
  • 1/2 small onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 medium green onions

Method
 

For the Crust
  1. Combine flour, blended oats, chia seeds, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add frozen low-cal spread in small chunks.
  3. Rub gently until pea-sized crumbs form (do not overmix).
  4. Add cold water gradually until a dough forms.
  5. Wrap and chill in the freezer while preparing the filling.
For the Filling
  1. Heat oil in a pan and add seasoned chicken breasts. Cook till its no longer pink.
  2. Remove the chicken, shred and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add onions, garlic and habanero and saute.
  4. Add carrots, the shredded chicken, and potatoes.
  5. Add 1 tsp flour + water to thicken, and adjust for seasoning.
  6. Stir in green onions and remove from heat to cool.
Assembly
  1. Roll out the chilled dough and cut into circles.
  2. Spoon in filling, fold, and crimp edges.
  3. Brush lightly with an egg wash
  4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes or until golden.

Notes

  • The crust won’t be as flaky as classic meatpie crust because the spread contains less fat, but the texture is still satisfying.
  • For maximum flakiness, you may use regular flour only (no oat/chia blend).
  • Do NOT skip freezing the spread and dough; the cold fat is what gives structure.
  • You can switch chicken for lean beef or turkey.
  • Make mini versions to enjoy lower-calorie “snack-sized” pies.