Cheddar Bay Biscuit Seafood Pot Pie
Indulge in the warmth of Cheddar Bay Biscuit Seafood Pot Pie: An Incredible Comforting Delight, a dish that brings together succulent shrimp and lump crab meat enveloped in a creamy sauce and topped with fluffy, cheesy biscuits. This recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings, offering a satisfying blend of flavors and textures that will delight everyone at your table. With its straightforward preparation and comforting essence, this pot pie is sure to become a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound lump crab meat
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups seafood stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 package Cheddar Bay biscuit mix
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup milk for biscuits
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in crab meat and mixed vegetables.
- Sprinkle flour over the seafood mixture; stir well.
- Gradually pour in seafood stock and heavy cream while stirring until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine biscuit mix, shredded cheese, and milk; stir until dough forms.
- Spoon biscuit dough over the seafood filling.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the topping is golden brown.
- Allow to cool for about 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 245g)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like parsley or dill into the filling or experiment with different vegetables such as bell peppers or spinach. Using fresh seafood enhances the dish's overall taste.