Shrimp & Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Pot Pie
This shrimp and lobster cheddar bay biscuit pot pie is a cozy twist on a classic dish, rich and creamy with tender seafood and topped with warm, buttery biscuits.
Ingredients
Seafood Filling
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 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
Biscuit Topping
- 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
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add garlic, onion, and celery. Cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, forming a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the seafood stock and cream. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened, about 5–7 minutes.
- Season with Old Bay, salt, and pepper.
- Add the shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink. Stir in the lobster and parsley. Remove from heat.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and salt for the biscuit topping.
- Cut in the grated cold butter until crumbly. Stir in the cheddar and herbs.
- Add milk and mix until just combined. The dough will be sticky.
Assembly and Baking
- Spoon the seafood mixture into ramekins or a baking dish. Drop biscuit dough over the top, spreading gently.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the biscuits are golden and cooked through.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Don’t overmix the biscuit dough to keep them tender. Adjust seasoning to taste. Keep an eye on the biscuits to avoid burning.