Cheddar Bay Biscuit Seafood Pot Pie
This Cheddar Bay Biscuit Seafood Pot Pie combines tender shrimp, crab meat, and flaky fish in a creamy, herb-infused sauce topped with irresistible cheddar bay biscuits baked to golden perfection. A comforting, flavorful seafood casserole perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
- Author: Clara
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Seafood and Vegetables
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb crab meat (or imitation crab)
- 1 cup fish fillets (e.g., cod or haddock), cut into chunks
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
Liquid and Seasonings
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups chicken or seafood broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Biscuit Topping
- 1 package of Cheddar Bay Biscuit mix (includes cheddar cheese and seasoning)
- ¾ cup milk (for the biscuit mix)
- ¼ cup melted butter (for the biscuit topping)
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready when you assemble and bake your pot pie.
- Prepare Seafood: In a large pot over medium heat, combine the shrimp, crab meat, and fish pieces. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turns pink, indicating it is cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Using the same pot, add chicken or seafood broth, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to allow flavors to meld.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and the cooked seafood back into the sauce. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes, ensuring everything is heated through evenly.
- Thicken the Filling: Stir constantly for another 5 minutes while the filling thickens slightly. Remove the pot from heat and set aside to cool a little.
- Prepare Biscuit Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the Cheddar Bay Biscuit mix with the milk. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain biscuit tenderness.
- Combine in Baking Dish: Transfer the seafood mixture into a large baking dish. Evenly spoon the biscuit batter over the filling, covering as much surface as possible for a nice biscuit topping layer.
- Add Butter: Drizzle melted butter over the biscuit topping to add rich flavor and help achieve a golden crust when baked.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the biscuit topping is puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pot pie from the oven and allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. This resting time helps the filling set and ensures safe serving temperature. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use fresh or thawed seafood for best texture and flavor.
- You can substitute frozen fish fillets with any firm white fish available.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
- The biscuit mix provides a savory, cheesy topping unique to Cheddar Bay biscuits; do not substitute with plain biscuit mixes.
- Letting the pot pie cool briefly before serving helps it hold its shape better.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg
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