Description
Creamy seafood filling meets cheesy, garlicky biscuit perfection in this Cheddar Bay Biscuit Seafood Pot Pie! It’s a cozy comfort food dish with a fun twist on the traditional pot pie. Juicy shrimp, crab, and white fish are baked in a velvety sauce under golden, fluffy cheddar bay biscuits—no pastry crust needed! Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Biscuit Topping:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon sugar
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
– ¾ cup buttermilk
– ½ cup melted butter (plus extra for brushing)
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
For the Seafood Filling:
– 1 pound mixed seafood (shrimp, crab meat, and white fish chunks like cod or haddock)
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– ½ cup finely chopped onion
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– ¼ cup all-purpose flour
– 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
– ½ cup heavy cream
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Make the Biscuit Dough
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, sugar, salt, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir in buttermilk and melted butter just until combined. Fold in the chopped parsley. Don’t overmix—lumpy dough is good!
3. Prepare the Seafood Filling
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add onions and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to make a roux.
4. Make the Sauce
Slowly whisk in the milk and cream. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Stir in thyme, salt, and pepper. Add the mozzarella and stir until melted and smooth.
5. Add the Seafood
Fold in the shrimp, crab, white fish, and parsley. Cook for 3-5 minutes, just until seafood turns opaque. Remove from heat.
6. Assemble the Pot Pie
Pour the seafood filling into a baking dish (about 8-inch round or similar size). Spoon the biscuit dough on top in dollops, leaving small gaps so the dough can expand.
7. Bake
Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the biscuits are golden brown. For extra color, broil for 1-2 minutes—but watch closely!
8. Serve
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot. Enjoy!
Notes
– Seafood Options: Use scallops, lobster, or cooked chicken if desired.
– Cheese Variations: Swap cheddar for gouda, gruyere, or pepper jack.
– Veggie Add-Ins: Peas, corn, or bell peppers add extra color and texture.
– Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare the filling and biscuit dough separately, refrigerate, and assemble when ready to bake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
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