Description
Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits is a comforting and hearty dish that blends a creamy, savory chicken filling with warm, fluffy biscuits. This family-friendly meal is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite biscuit variety. Whether you make homemade buttermilk biscuits or use refrigerated dough, this chicken pot pie offers a satisfying twist on the classic. Perfect for weeknight dinners or make-ahead meals!
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Chicken broth
- Butter
- Onions, finely diced
- Celery, finely diced
- Carrots, finely diced
- Garlic, minced
- All-purpose flour
- Half and half (or heavy cream)
- Chicken bouillon cube
- Low sodium soy sauce (or Worcestershire sauce)
- Frozen peas
- Seasonings: Onion powder, dried thyme, dried rosemary, ground sage
- Biscuits: Homemade buttermilk biscuits, cheddar bay biscuits, or refrigerated biscuit dough
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add the chicken to a medium saucepan and cover with chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, partially covered, for 15 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked. Shred the chicken using two forks and set aside. Reserve the broth for later use.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In a large, oven-safe skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onions, celery, and carrots. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Add minced garlic, onion powder, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and ground sage. Cook for an additional minute.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- Sprinkle flour over the sautéed vegetables, stirring continuously for 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste. Gradually add the reserved chicken broth in small amounts, stirring after each addition. Repeat the process with the half and half until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth.
- Enhance the Flavor:
- Stir in the chicken bouillon cube and soy sauce (or Worcestershire sauce) to enhance the umami flavor.
- Combine and Heat Through:
- Add the shredded chicken and frozen peas to the skillet. Stir to combine and heat through.
- Add the Biscuits:
- If using an oven-safe skillet, proceed to bake. If not, transfer the filling to a lightly greased 8×8-inch baking dish. Place unbaked biscuits on top of the filling.
- Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Bake the skillet or dish according to your biscuit recipe or package instructions (usually 15-18 minutes), until biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve:
- Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the creamy chicken filling paired with fluffy biscuits!
Notes
- Vegetable Additions: Add vegetables like potatoes, green beans, or corn for added nutrition.
- Biscuit Variations: Try cheddar, garlic, or herb-infused biscuits for a flavor boost.
- Make-Ahead: Prepare the filling and biscuits in advance for an easy dinner on busy nights.
- Dairy-Free Option: Use plant-based butter and cream alternatives to make this recipe dairy-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food, Dinner
- Method: Stovetop & Baking
- Cuisine: American
