Chicken Pot Pie with Cheddar Bay Biscuits Comfort Dinner
Author:lilie
Total Time:1 hour 35 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Description
Savor Chicken Pot Pie with Cheddar Bay Biscuits for a cozy comforting dinner with a cheesy twist that makes weeknights exciting Great for busy weeknights
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly oil a 2–3 quart baking dish or a deep skillet that’s oven-safe.
Season the chicken with a pinch of salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the chicken in batches until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Make a roux: add the butter to the skillet, then whisk in the flour. Cook 1–2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste, stirring constantly. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and then the cream (or milk), bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Return the chicken to the pan along with the peas. Simmer until the sauce thickens to a coating consistency, about 6–8 minutes. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper to taste. The filling should be plush and creamy, not soupy.
Prepare the biscuit topping: in a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter with a pastry blender or two forks until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the milk, cheddar, garlic powder, and parsley just until a soft dough forms.
Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit batter evenly over the filling, leaving a bit of space for the biscuits to puff. Don’t worry about exact circles—occasional half-scoops work beautifully too.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges. If the biscuits brown too quickly, tent with foil for the last 5–10 minutes.
Let the pot pie rest 5 minutes before serving so the sauce can set and the biscuits stay fluffy inside.
Notes
Chicken Pot Pie with Cheddar Bay Biscuits—creamy chicken and veggie filling topped with a garlicky cheddar biscuit crown for a comforting, one-pan meal.
