Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Shrimp & Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Pot Pie, a comforting dish that transforms classic pot pie into a coastal delight. This recipe features tender shrimp and sweet lobster enveloped in a rich cream sauce, all topped with fluffy cheddar bay biscuits that are baked to golden perfection. Ideal for date nights or family gatherings, this seafood pot pie brings an impressive flair to any table while remaining easy enough for weeknight dinners. With just a handful of simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can create a memorable meal that promises satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
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- ½ pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ pound cooked lobster meat, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1½ cups seafood stock
- All-purpose flour (for both filling and biscuit topping)
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (for biscuit topping)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt (for biscuit topping)
- 2 tablespoons cold butter, grated
- ⅓ cup whole milk (plus 1 tablespoon if needed)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add garlic, onion, and celery. Cook until soft.
- Stir in flour to create a roux; gradually whisk in seafood stock and cream until thickened.
- Season with Old Bay, salt, and pepper; add shrimp until pink, then stir in lobster and parsley.
- For the biscuit topping: mix flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt; cut in cold butter; add cheese and milk until just combined.
- Spoon the filling into ramekins or a baking dish; drop biscuit dough on top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until biscuits are golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Coastal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 115mg