Cheddar Bay Biscuit Seafood Pot Pie Recipe
Cheddar Bay Biscuit Seafood Pot Pie combines a rich, creamy seafood filling with tender shrimp, crab meat, and vegetables, topped with cheesy, fluffy Cheddar Bay Biscuits for a comforting and flavorful meal.
- Author: Logan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Seafood Filling
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1 cup crab meat, shredded
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots blend
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup seafood broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Biscuits & Topping
- 1 box of refrigerated Cheddar Bay Biscuits
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it is at the perfect temperature for baking the pot pie and biscuits.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, sautéing until they are soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes, which forms the flavor base for the filling.
- Make the Roux: Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes. This helps cook the raw flour taste out and creates a roux that will thicken the filling.
- Add Liquids: Gradually whisk in the seafood broth followed by the heavy cream, stirring constantly until the mixture becomes smooth and starts to thicken, forming a creamy sauce.
- Season the Filling: Stir in garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure the filling is flavorful and well-seasoned.
- Incorporate the Seafood: Fold in the chopped cooked shrimp, shredded crab meat, and the frozen peas and carrots blend. Stir until everything is evenly distributed then remove the skillet from heat.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the prepared seafood filling into a 9-inch pie dish or a similar sized baking dish, spreading it out evenly to prepare for the biscuit topping.
- Prepare the Biscuits: According to the package instructions, prepare the refrigerated Cheddar Bay Biscuits dough. Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese to add extra cheesy flavor to the biscuits.
- Top the Filling: Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough evenly over the seafood filling, covering the surface but leaving small gaps for biscuit expansion.
- Bake the Pot Pie: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top and fully cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pot pie from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes to allow the filling to set and make serving easier.
Notes
- Use fresh seafood broth for best flavor, or a good quality store-bought alternative.
- You can substitute vegetable mix varieties as preferred, but peas and carrots provide classic flavor and texture.
- Ensure biscuits are evenly spaced for best baking results and even browning.
- Letting the pot pie cool before serving prevents burns and helps the filling set properly.
- Use gloves or utensils when handling hot dishes.
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