Description
Shrimp & Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Pot Pie is a luxurious seafood comfort dish featuring tender shrimp and lobster in a creamy Old Bay sauce, topped with fluffy homemade cheddar garlic biscuits. Perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners, this baked pot pie delivers restaurant-quality flavor at home.
Ingredients
- For the Filling:
- 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
- For the Cheddar Bay 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
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish or deep pie dish.
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onion and celery for 4–5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in the seafood stock and heavy cream until smooth. Add the Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper, then simmer for 3–5 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in the shrimp, lobster, and parsley. Cook for 2–3 minutes, then transfer the filling to the prepared baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and salt. Cut in the grated butter, then stir in the cheddar cheese. Add the milk and mix just until a soft dough forms.
- Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough evenly over the seafood filling.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and the filling is bubbling. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Scallops or lump crab meat can be substituted for part of the lobster.
- Brush the hot biscuits with melted garlic butter for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat gently in the oven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American