Mini Mediterranean Chicken corns and carrot Muffins
All the comfort of classic chicken pot pie—tender chicken, vegetables, and creamy sauce—baked into perfectly portioned muffin cups with flaky pastry. Easy to make, freezer-friendly, and irresistibly cute.
⏱ Time Required
Prep time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 22–25 minutes
Total time: ~45 minutes
🛒 Ingredients
Filling
1½ cups cooked chicken, finely chopped or shredded
¾ cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
¾ cup milk
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
½ tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
Pastry
1 sheet puff pastry or pie crust, thawed
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
Grease a muffin tin lightly.
2. Make the Filling
Heat butter and oil in a pan over medium heat.
Sauté onion 3 minutes until soft.
Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.
Stir in flour and cook 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in milk to make a thick sauce.
Season with salt, pepper, and herbs.
Stir in chicken and vegetables; cook 2–3 minutes.
Remove from heat and cool slightly.
3. Assemble Muffins
Cut pastry into circles large enough to line muffin cups.
Press pastry into cups.
Spoon filling into each cup.
Cut smaller pastry circles or strips to top (optional lattice).
4. Bake
Brush pastry with egg wash.
Bake 22–25 minutes until golden and puffed.
5. Cool & Serve
Rest 5 minutes, then remove gently.
🌟 Tips for Best Results
Cool filling slightly before assembling (prevents soggy pastry).
Chop vegetables small for even bites.
Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
Add a spoon of cream cheese for extra richness.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
With green salad or coleslaw
As party appetizers
In lunchboxes or picnic baskets
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these ahead?
Yes—store in fridge up to 3 days.
Can I freeze them?
Absolutely—freeze baked muffins up to 2 months.
Can I make them vegetarian?
Yes—replace chicken with mushrooms and potatoes.
Can I use phyllo dough?
Yes—layer several sheets with butter for crisp cups.
🥗 Nutritional Information
Calories: 220 kcal
Protein: 10 g
Fat: 14 g
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Fiber: 2 g