Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits
it’s a chilly evening, and you’re wrapped up in your favorite blanket, craving something warm, hearty, and oh-so-delicious. That’s where chicken pot pie with biscuits comes in. This dish is like a warm hug in a bowl, combining a creamy, savory filling with fluffy, golden biscuits on top.
Equipment
- A large skillet or saucepan
- A whisk
- A wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- A cutting board and knife
- A mixing bowl
- A pastry cutter or fork
- A baking dish
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 medium carrots diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
For the Biscuit Topping:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder optional
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
- 3/4 cup milk
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Filling
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, cooking until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir until evenly coated. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the shredded chicken, frozen peas, salt, pepper, and thyme. Remove from heat and pour the filling into a greased 9x13 baking dish.
Step 2: Make the Biscuit Topping
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and garlic powder (if using).
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
- Pour in the milk and stir just until the dough comes together (don’t overmix).
- Scoop or drop the biscuit dough over the filling, leaving small gaps between each scoop for even baking.
Step 3: Bake
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Value (Approximate, per serving)
- Calories: 400-450 kcal
- Protein: 25-30g
- Carbohydrates: 40-45g
- Fat: 20-25g
- Saturated Fat: 10-12g
- Fiber: 3-4g
- Sugar: 4-6g
- Sodium: 600-800mg
- Cholesterol: 50-60mg
The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.