Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Shrimp & Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Pot Pie, a perfect dish for cozy dinners or impressing guests. This creamy seafood pot pie features tender shrimp and sweet lobster enveloped in a rich garlic-herb cream sauce, all topped with a golden, cheesy biscuit crust. Each bite offers a comforting experience that blends the coastal essence with home-cooked goodness. Simple to prepare yet elegant in presentation, it’s the ideal comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups seafood stock (or chicken stock)
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ pound cooked lobster meat, chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cold butter, grated
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ⅓ cup whole milk (plus 1 tablespoon if needed)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté garlic, onion, and celery until soft. Stir in flour to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in seafood stock and heavy cream; cook until thickened. Season with Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink; stir in lobster and parsley.
- For the biscuit topping, mix flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and salt in a bowl. Cut in cold butter; add cheese and milk until just combined.
- Spoon the seafood mixture 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: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Coastal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use fresh herbs like thyme or dill. Customize your pot pie by adding seasonal vegetables such as peas or carrots for extra texture and nutrition.