Authentic 1920s-Style Martin Guitar Pie with Herb Crust

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A playful homage to Martin Guitar's 'AUTHENTIC' series, featuring a vintage-inspired pie with stone-ground flour and heritage herbs. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 80 minutes layers all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, chicken stock into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 510 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 50 min Serves 4 American cuisine 510 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: For crust: Pulse 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter in a food processor until crumbly, then gradually add 3/4 cup chicken stock until dough forms a ball.
  2. Step 2: Roll dough into a 12-inch circle, press into a 9-inch pie dish, and blind-bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12 minutes until golden.
  3. Step 3: Sauté 1/2 cup diced onion and 1 cup diced carrots in 1 tbsp butter until tender (8 minutes), then add 1 lb sliced chicken breast and cook until no longer pink (6 minutes).
  4. Step 4: Add 6 thyme sprigs and 3/4 cup chicken stock to the chicken mixture, simmer until liquid reduces by half (5 minutes), then remove thyme stems.
  5. Step 5: Pour filling into pre-baked crust, cover edges with foil to prevent burning, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35 minutes until golden and bubbling around the edges.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Authentic 1920s-Style Martin Guitar Pie with Herb Crust take to make?

Total time is about 80 minutes (30 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Authentic 1920s-Style Martin Guitar Pie with Herb Crust?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic 1920s-Style Martin Guitar Pie with Herb Crust?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Authentic 1920s-Style Martin Guitar Pie with Herb Crust for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Authentic 1920s-Style Martin Guitar Pie with Herb Crust?

American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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