Top Notch Pub Grub: The Hunter's Chicken Pie

To celebrate the return of our Pub Classics Collection and the awesome limited edition Hunter’s Chicken pie we’ve had a think about some of our favourite sides and nibbles! These come top of the list if you fancy recreating the true pub experience at home.

 

Obviously, the pie takes centre stage here! It goes without saying that you should opt for a Hunter’s Chicken or one of our quintessential Steak & Ales!

And what exactly is a Hunter’s Chicken Pie, I hear you ask?! This delightful concoction was thought up by one of our Hunks after he’d been to the pub one weekend and was raving about a Hunter’s Chicken he’d gobbled! Cue a lightbulb moment from Simon and some kitchen experiments… then this phenomenal pie was born. Chunks of tender Chicken in a homemade smoky BBQ sauce with bacon, little roast spuds and a thick layer of oozing cheddar cheese on top, all wrapped up in our crisp shortcrust pastry! It’s got the makings of a great dinner written all over it – perfect for this questionable weather we’re having of late.

 

Whether you’re a pint person or you tend to opt for a glass of wine when you’re out, what’s a pub trip without a little drink or two? Crack open a brew or unscrew the elderflower cordial and dig out the best glasses from the back of the cupboard to master the pub evening at home! 🍷🍺🍾

 

Who doesn’t love a few picky bits before the main event?! Especially whilst sipping your favourite beverage. Fill up a bowl or two of nibbles while the pie is in the oven to keep you going!

 

Bread 🥖

If you fancy something more substantial to start, there’s nothing like a simple starter using some nice rustic bread. Whip up some simple garlic butter or grab a bowl for generous glugs of olive oil and vinegar for dipping, and there you have a scrumptious easy starter!

 

Chips 🥔

It wouldn’t be pub grub without some spuds! If you’ve ever been in the dreadful predicament where you’ve opted for something from the menu without chips and your dinner mate’s plate arrives at the table overflowing with a big pile of the things then you’ll know all about food envy (top tip: always order a side of chips!). To recreate the pub experience get those chunky chips in the oven or air fryer while your pie is cooking! Sweet potato fries or cheesy chips are also great at capturing the essence of pub food, even with plenty of cheese inside the pie – you can never have too much cheese, right!? 🧀🧀🧀

 

Now pud is absolutely essential if want an authentic recreation of pub night – whether you need to unbutton your trousers or not! No need for something fancy, whip up a crumble (great for this time of year!) and dig out the ice cream from the back of the freezer.

 

So, time to whack on some background music (you can afford to be picky at home!), get some friends round, dig out the nibbles and get creating that authentic pub night without having to brave the rain!

 

The cheesy, chicken-stuffed Hunter’s Chicken Pie is available on it’s own to mix and match with your favourite pies and pasties, in a box if you want to invite your mates over or together with some other pub classics in the Pub Classics Box! It could be just what you’re hunting for!