Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits
A comforting and hearty Chicken Pot Pie with a creamy filling, tender chicken, and a flaky biscuit topping, perfect for family meals.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1.5 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces The star of the show, juicy and tender.
- 1 cup Diced carrots Sweet and colorful.
- 1 cup Diced celery Crisp and aromatic.
- 1 cup Frozen peas Adds a burst of sweetness.
- 0.5 cup Chopped onion Creates an aromatic base.
- 4 tbsp Butter Rich and creamy.
- 0.33 cup All-purpose flour Thickens the filling.
- 3 cups Chicken broth Provides depth of flavor.
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream Makes the filling creamy.
- 1 tsp Dried thyme Adds herbaceous flavor.
- 0.5 tsp Salt Balances the flavors.
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper Provides warmth.
For the Biscuit Topping
- 2 cups All-purpose flour Base for the biscuits.
- 4 tsp Baking powder Essential for fluffiness.
- 0.5 tsp Salt Season the biscuits.
- 0.5 cup Cold butter, cut into cubes Creates flaky texture.
- 0.75 cup Milk Moistens the biscuit dough.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir well to combine, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Gradually pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens.
- Add the cooked chicken, frozen peas, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper, and stir until well combined and heated through.
Biscuit Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in milk until just combined.
Assembly and Baking
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Pour the chicken filling into a baking dish.
- Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough evenly over the top of the filling.
- Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider marinating the chicken in herbs. You can add more vegetables like potatoes or corn for a heartier filling. Using store-bought rotisserie chicken can save time.