Description
A rich and comforting seafood pot pie loaded with tender shrimp and sweet lobster in a creamy garlic-butter sauce, topped with fluffy cheddar bay biscuits. Inspired by the famous Red Lobster biscuits, this hearty dish combines the flavors of a classic seafood chowder with the cozy appeal of a baked pot pie.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (for one 9-inch skillet or baking dish):
For the Seafood Filling:
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups seafood or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup cooked lobster meat, chopped
½ cup frozen peas
½ cup diced carrots
½ cup corn kernels
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
For the Cheddar Bay Biscuit Topping:
2 cups Cheddar Bay biscuit mix (or cheddar garlic biscuit mix)
¾ cup milk
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup melted butter
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
Step 2: Cook the Aromatics
In a large skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
Step 3: Make the Creamy Sauce
Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture and stir constantly for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in seafood broth and heavy cream. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Step 4: Add Seafood and Vegetables
Stir in shrimp, lobster, peas, carrots, corn, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes. Mix in Parmesan cheese and parsley. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Step 5: Prepare Biscuit Topping
In a bowl, combine biscuit mix, milk, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until a soft dough forms.
Step 6: Assemble the Pot Pie
Drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough evenly over the seafood filling, leaving small gaps for steam to escape.
Step 7: Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes until the biscuits are golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Step 8: Finish with Garlic Butter
Mix melted butter, garlic powder, and dried parsley. Brush over the warm biscuits for the classic cheddar bay flavor.
Notes
- Seafood Tip: If using frozen shrimp or lobster, thaw and pat dry before adding to the filling.
- Extra Flavor: A splash of white wine added when making the sauce gives the pot pie a restaurant-style flavor.
- Make It Creamier: Add 2 tablespoons cream cheese to the sauce for a richer texture.
- Biscuit Shortcut: Store-bought Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit mix works perfectly for this recipe.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish / Seafood Pot Pie
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American Coastal 🍤🦞🥧