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Cheddar Bay Biscuit Seafood Pot Pie Recipe

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This Cheddar Bay Biscuit Seafood Pot Pie combines a creamy seafood filling loaded with shrimp, crab meat, and vegetables, topped with fluffy, cheesy cheddar bay biscuits baked to golden perfection. A comforting, flavorful twist on classic pot pie, perfect for seafood lovers seeking a hearty, homemade meal.

Ingredients

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Seafood Filling

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • ½ cup celery, diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups chicken or seafood broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • ½ pound shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • ½ pound crab meat (or substitute lobster)
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Cheddar Bay Biscuits

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley

Optional Garnishes

  • Fresh parsley or chives
  • Extra shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Seafood Filling: In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and mushrooms, sautéing for 5-6 minutes until softened. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste. Slowly pour in the broth and heavy cream, whisking until smooth. Add paprika, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper, stirring well. Simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens. Gently fold in the shrimp, crab meat, frozen peas, and fresh parsley. Cook for 3-4 minutes, then remove from heat.
  2. Prepare the Cheddar Bay Biscuits: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and salt. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and toss to coat. Slowly stir in the melted butter and buttermilk, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing.
  3. Assemble the Pot Pie: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour the seafood filling into a greased baking dish. Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, drop small mounds of biscuit dough evenly over the filling. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with dried parsley.
  4. Bake the Pot Pie: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown and the filling is bubbling. If needed, cover loosely with foil during the last 5-10 minutes to prevent over-browning.
  5. Serve & Enjoy: Let the pot pie cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra parsley or cheddar cheese for a fancy finish.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the biscuit dough to ensure light and fluffy biscuits.
  • Use fresh seafood for best flavor, but frozen shrimp and crab meat can be used after proper thawing.
  • If crab meat is unavailable, substitute with lobster or more shrimp.
  • Cover the pot pie loosely with foil if the biscuits brown too quickly during baking.
  • Let the pie rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.

Keywords: Seafood Pot Pie, Cheddar Bay Biscuits, Seafood Casserole, Homemade Pot Pie, Shrimp Crab Pot Pie, Comfort Food, Baked Pot Pie

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