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Shrimp & Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Pot Pie

Shrimp & Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Pot Pie: A Cozy Indulgence

This Shrimp & Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Pot Pie is a cozy dish that combines rich seafood with a cheesy biscuit topping, perfect for any dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use salted butter if needed and adjust salt.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 small Onion Diced, substitute with shallots if desired.
  • 1 cup Celery Finely chopped, substitute with green onions if desired.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be swapped with gluten-free flour.
  • 2 cups Seafood Stock Homemade stock elevates flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half.
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning Classic seafood flavor.
  • to taste Salt Adjust based on seasoning levels.
  • 1 pound Shrimp Peeled and deveined, uncooked.
  • 1 cup Cooked Lobster Meat Chopped, crab meat is an alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley For garnish.
Biscuit Topping
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Key component for biscuit's base.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be a substitute.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances the overall biscuit taste.
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter Grated, keep it very cold.
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shredded.
  • 3/4 cup Whole Milk Can use buttermilk for tanginess.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Chives or Parsley Optional, for flavor.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic cloves, diced onion, and finely chopped celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
  3. Stir in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour, cooking for an additional minute to create a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of seafood stock and 1 cup of heavy cream, cooking for 5–7 minutes until thickened.
  5. Season with 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add 1 pound of shrimp and cook until pink, about 2–3 minutes. Fold in lobster and parsley.
  6. For the biscuit topping, mix 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  7. Cut in 1/2 cup of cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar and optional herbs.
  8. Spoon the seafood mixture into a baking dish. Drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough on top.
  9. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the biscuit topping is golden brown.
  10. Allow to cool for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh seafood for best flavor. Prepare filling a day in advance for convenience.

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