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Rappie Pie
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Rappie Pie

Rappie Pie is a classic Canadian dish that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Butter, Onions, Chicken Stock, Chicken Breast and Potatoes, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve hot alongside fresh bread, steamed grains, or a crisp seasonal salad for a well-rounded dining experience.

If you enjoy authentic Canadian cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Beavertails.

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Ingredients

  • Butter2 tbs
  • Onions2 chopped
  • Chicken Stock4 qt
  • Chicken Breast1.5kg
  • Potatoes4kg
  • Salt2 tbs
  • Black Pepper1tbsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

16 steps

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Step 1🔥 Preheat

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2

Grease a 10x14x2-inch baking pan.

Step 3🥄 Mix

Heat margarine in a skillet over medium heat; stir in onion.

Step 4🥄 Mix⏱️ 5 minutes

Cook and stir until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5🥄 Mix⏱️ 40 minutes

Reduce heat to low and continue to cook and stir until onion is very tender and dark brown, about 40 minutes more.

Step 6♨️ Boil⏱️ 20 minutes

Bring chicken broth to a boil in a large pot; stir in chicken breasts, reduce heat, and simmer until chicken is no longer pink at the center, about 20 minutes.

Step 7

Remove from heat.

Step 8

Remove chicken breasts to a plate using a slotted spoon; reserve broth.

Step 9

Juice potatoes with an electric juicer; place dry potato flesh into a bowl and discard juice.

Step 10🥄 Mix

Stir salt and pepper into potatoes; stir in enough reserved broth to make the mixture the consistency of oatmeal.

Step 11

Set remaining broth aside.

Step 12

Spread half of potato mixture evenly into the prepared pan.

Step 13

Lay cooked chicken breast evenly over potatoes; scatter caramelized onion evenly over chicken.

Step 14

Spread remaining potato mixture over onions and chicken to cover.

Step 15🥧 Bake⏱️ 1 hour

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 1 hour.

Step 16

Reheat chicken broth; pour over individual servings as desired.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Rappie Pie carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown onions in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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