Greggs Chicken Bake Recipe - My Gorgeous Recipes (2024)

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Greggs Chicken Bake Recipe, a delicious chicken pasty made with golden and flaky puff pastry, and chicken chunks cooked in a creamy white sauce. So easy to make at home with a few simple ingredients.

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In the UK Greggs is a well-known name that straight away makes us think of deliciously hot pasties and yummy sandwiches. Affordable, great as a lunch on the go, this is comfort food that we all love to indulge in from time to time.

From chicken bakes, to sausage rolls, steak bakes or even some sweet treats, there is plenty for everyone to try, no matter the age or lifestyle. My older daughter used to be quite a big fan of the chicken bake back in the days when we used to live in the UK.

But how about we make this yummy scrummy chicken bake at home? It's very easy to make, and quick too - it's the actual chilling time that takes the longest, otherwise our job is done pretty quickly.

This is my take on the very popular Gregg's recipe, tweaked to my own liking, but the ingredients used are pretty much the same. Let's see how to make it!

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Ingredients needed to make Greggs' Chicken Bake

  • chicken breasts - cut into small chunks
  • chicken stock/broth - it can be swapped for water, but the broth will add more flavour
  • cream cheese -full-fat cheese is best
  • double cream - or heavy cream
  • cornflour-corn starch
  • salt & ground black pepper
  • dried mixed herbs - or Italian herbs
  • ready-rolled puff pastry - or a puff-pastry block rolled to the required thickness
  • vegetable oil - or any other odourless oil
  • egg - for brushing the pasties

Step-by-step photos and instructions

The filling

For our recipe we will need: chicken breasts, a cup of chicken stock, vegetable oil, cream cheese, double cream, corn flour, seasoning and a touch of dried herbs to taste.

  • dice the chicken breasts
  • heat up the oil in a pan, add the chicken pieces and fry on each side for 2-3 minutes until cooked through
  • pour in the stock/broth, cream cheese and double cream and give it a good stir
  • bring to a boil, then combine the corn flour with 2 tablespoons of cold water and mix well, then pour it over the other ingredients
  • stir well until the sauce thickens
  • season well with salt, pepper and mixed dried herbs
  • leave to cool completely
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The assembly

Once the creamy chicken has cooled down completely, we can roll out the puff pastry. It is crucial for the filling to be cold, otherwise the pastry melts as we try to wrap the pasties, and we will end up with one big mess. Also, keep the puff pastry in the fridge until you are ready to use it.

  • if you use ready-rolled pastry, cut it into 6 rectangles, then scoop out about one tablespoon and a half of the filling, and turn the pastry over to form a rectangle
  • seal the edges well with a fork, then brush the pasty with beaten egg, and prick it with a fork for the steam to escape while baking (otherwise they puff up)
  • repeat with the remaining pasties
  • bake in the preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius (350 Fahrenheit) for 20 minutes or until golden

Expert tips

Make sure the cream cheese and double cream are at room temperature, otherwise they will curdle. If they are cold, add them to a bowl, add one tablespoon of the hot stock at a time until it reaches the right temperature.

Other pasty recipes

For a vegetarian variation, why not try myPotato, Cheese and Onion Pasty? It's absolutely delicious!

My Romanian Cheese Pastries are my absolutely favourite treats to have any time of the day!

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Greggs Chicken Bake Recipe

Greggs Chicken Bake Recipe, a delicious chicken pasty made with golden and flaky puff pastry, and chicken chunks cooked in a creamy white sauce. So easy to make at home with a few simple ingredients.

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Course: Lunch

Cuisine: English

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cooling Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour

Servings: 6 pasties

Calories: 398kcal

Author: Daniela Apostol

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup chicken stock/broth
  • 2 tablespoon cream cheese
  • 3 tablespoon double cream
  • 2 tablespoon cornflour (corn starch)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried mixed herbs
  • 1 ready-rolled puff pastry
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 egg for brushing the pasties

Instructions

  • Cut the chicken breasts into chunks and season with salt and pepper.

  • Heat up the oil in a pan, add the chicken pieces and fry on each side for 2-3 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.

  • Pour in the chicken stock, cream cheese and double cream (make sure they are at room temperature otherwise they will curdle) and bring to a boil.

  • Mix the cornflour with 2 tablespoons of cold water, and add it to the pan.

  • Stir well until you get a thick sauce.

  • Add the dried herbs, and check if the chicken needs any more seasoning.

  • Remove from the heat and leave to cool completely.

  • Roll out the puff pastry, and cut it into 6 rectangles.

  • Scoop out about one tablespoon and a half of the filling onto each rectangle, fold over, then use a fork to seal well the edges.

  • Beat the egg well, and brush each pasty with it.

  • Use a fork to prick each pasty in a few places - that will allow the steam to escape while baking.

  • Bake in the preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius (350 Fahrenheit) for 20 minutes or until golden.

Notes

NOTE! Make sure the cream cheese and double cream are at room temperature, otherwise they will curdle. If they are cold, add them to a bowl, add one tablespoon of the hot stock at a time until it reaches the right temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 398kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 362mg | Potassium: 352mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 198IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

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  1. Stuart W

    I tried this recipe today and the product was very tastey. Would have enjoyed more sauce. Perhaps I had too much chicken. In KG pr LBS, how much chicken does this recipe call for?

    Reply

    • Daniela Apostol

      It all depends on the size of the chicken breasts, they all vary greatly.

      Reply

  2. Nic

    These look amazing! I've been looking for a relatively simple recipe I can prepare in advance and then freeze - any idea how well they freeze and defrost, either pre-baking or after?

    Reply

    • Daniela Apostol

      I would freeze them prebaking and bake when needed, no need to defrost, just bake them from frozen - the baking time will more likely be longer though.

      Reply

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Greggs Chicken Bake Recipe - My Gorgeous Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What is Greggs chicken bake? ›

Chicken breast pieces in a creamy white sauce with soft cheese, all wrapped up in golden puff pastry. As a fully fledged Nation of bake lovers, we think it's only fair we take a moment to shine the spotlight on this timeless classic.

How long to cook greggs chicken bake in the oven? ›

Check the product is piping hot before serving. Oven cook From Frozen Electric: 220°C, 26 minutes. Fan: 200°C, 26 minutes. Gas: Gas Mark 7, 26 minutes.

What pastry do greggs use? ›

While Greggs does use puff pastry for these delights, a traditional pasty uses shortcrust pastry instead (which is perhaps why they're 'officially' called Cheese and Onion Bakes by Greggs).

How many calories in a Greggs chicken slice? ›

Energy: 424 calories

Proportion of total calories contributed by protein, carbs and fat.

What is special about Greggs? ›

Great tasting, freshly prepared food

With great flavours, responsibly sourced ingredients, trademark Greggs quality and outstanding value, our food-on-the-go leads the way.

What is chicken bake made of? ›

Chunky chicken pieces tossed with bits of bacon and creamy Caesar dressing, wrapped stromboli-style in pizza dough — the sleeper hit of Costco's food court was steeped in mystery, until recently, and now you can actually make them at home.

Do you bake chicken in oven covered or uncovered? ›

Larger cuts, such as whole chickens or bone-in pieces, often benefit from covered baking to ensure thorough and even cooking. Smaller cuts, like chicken breasts or tenders, can be baked uncovered for quick results. Lastly, think about the desired texture and flavor you're trying to achieve.

How to tell the difference between greggs bakes? ›

The bakery worker replied to the query with all the answers – pastries with diagonal slits are steak bakes, while wavy horizontal lines mean chicken. If a pastry has a v-shape markings it's cheese and onion and the sausage and baked bean melt has a series of straight, horizontal lines.

What is the most popular item in Greggs? ›

Unsurprisingly, it seems Greggs' loyal customer base is still akin to a humble Sausage Roll, praised as its number one best-selling product. Also on the best sellers list is the Balanced Choice Chargrill Chicken Oval Bite.

Why are Greggs bakes cold? ›

Why wasn't my bake hot? We sell savouries that are freshly baked in our shop ovens, then put on the shelf to cool. We don't keep them in a heated environment, use heat retaining packaging, or market them as hot because of this.

What was Greggs Bakery old name? ›

Greggs
FormerlyGreggs Bakeries Limited (1951–1983)
Company typePublic
Traded asLSE: GRG FTSE 250 component
IndustryFood (Food on the go)
Founded1939 in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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What is the healthiest thing at Greggs? ›

What To Order At Greggs, According To A Nutritionist
  • Bacon Breakfast Roll. 330 Calories.
  • Vegan Sausage Roll. 309 Calories.
  • Tuna Mayo Roll. 333 Calories.
  • Tomato Soup. 216 Calories.
  • Steak Bake. 408 Calories.
  • Sausage Roll. 328 Calories.
  • Sausage And Omelette Breakfast Baguette. 615 Calories.
  • Feta and Tomato Pasta. 380 Calories.
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How long do Greggs chicken bakes take to cook? ›

Greggs 2 Chicken Bakes 280g

Chicken breast pieces in a creamy white sauce encased in a glazed puff pastry case. Bake in your oven for just 26 minutes until crisp, golden and delicious. Enjoy as a snack or with vegetables for a satisfying meal.

How to warm up a Greggs pasty? ›

But with a few simple tips, you can reheat your pasty to perfection. To reheat your pasty from chilled, set your oven's temperature to 180°C / Fan 160°C / Gas mark 4 and place the pasty on a baking tray into the preheated hot oven.

How do you identify a Greggs bake? ›

If you want to know how to crack the Greggs' code, then the bakes with diagonal slits are steak bakes, and the ones with the wavy lines contain chicken. Cheese and onion bakes have v-shape markings and the sausage and baked bean melt has horizontal lines. So there you have it.

What is Greggs steak bake made from? ›

Diced beef in a rich and tasty gravy, wrapped in a golden puff pastry parcel. If you're after a little taste of lunchtime lovin' baked in the oven, then you've come to the right place. Packed with diced cuts of prime beef in a rich and tasty gravy, this golden puff pastry parcel has been a firm favourite for years.

Is Greggs a bakery or fast food? ›

Greggs plc is a British bakery chain.

Are Greggs bakes supposed to be hot? ›

We sell savouries that are freshly baked in our shop ovens, then put on the shelf to cool. We don't keep them in a heated environment, use heat retaining packaging, or market them as hot because of this. As bakers, we believe that baking our savouries fresh each day gives customers the best quality product.

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