Description
This Cheddar Bay Biscuit Seafood Pot Pie combines tender shrimp, crab, and scallops with a creamy vegetable filling, all topped with fluffy, cheesy Cheddar Bay biscuits. Baked to golden perfection, this comforting dish brings together rich seafood flavors and a delightfully crispy biscuit crust, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
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Seafood Filling
- 2 cups cooked seafood mix (shrimp, crab, and scallops)
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken or seafood broth
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Cheddar Bay Biscuit Topping
- 1 package (8.5 oz) Cheddar Bay Biscuit mix
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F to prepare for baking the pot pie.
- Sauté Onions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes, to build flavor for the filling.
- Make Roux and Season: Stir in the flour, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook the mixture for another minute to remove the raw flour taste and incorporate the spices.
- Add Liquids: Gradually whisk in the chicken or seafood broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens, approximately 5-7 minutes, forming a rich and creamy base.
- Combine Seafood and Vegetables: Stir in the cooked seafood mix and frozen mixed vegetables, ensuring everything is evenly coated. Remove the skillet from heat to prevent overcooking.
- Prepare Biscuit Dough: In a separate bowl, prepare the Cheddar Bay Biscuit mix as per package instructions, adding the shredded cheddar cheese and milk to enrich the dough with cheesy flavor.
- Assemble Pie: Pour the creamy seafood filling into a greased 9-inch pie dish, spreading it evenly to create the base layer.
- Add Biscuit Topping: Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough evenly over the top of the seafood filling, covering the surface as much as possible for a consistent crust.
- Bake: Place the assembled pot pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through, ensuring a crisp and tender topping.
- Cool and Serve: Let the pot pie cool for 5 minutes after baking to allow the filling to set slightly before serving for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use cooked seafood to prevent overcooking and maintain a tender texture in the filling.
- You can substitute frozen mixed vegetables with fresh if preferred, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the filling mixture.
- Ensure the biscuit dough covers the filling evenly to protect it during baking and create a uniform crust.
- Letting the pot pie rest after baking helps the filling thicken and makes serving easier.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: seafood pot pie, cheddar bay biscuits, seafood casserole, creamy seafood pie, baked seafood dish, comforting seafood recipe
