Description
A comforting Shrimp & Lobster Biscuit Pot Pie with creamy seafood filling and buttery biscuits, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter (or olive oil for a lighter option)
- 2 cloves Garlic (or garlic powder in a pinch)
- 1 medium Onion (or shallots for a milder flavor)
- 1 cup Celery (optional)
- 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour (gluten-free flour blend if needed)
- 2 cups Seafood or Chicken Stock (vegetable stock for vegetarian)
- 1 cup Heavy Cream (half-and-half for a lighter version)
- 2 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning (seafood seasoning blend as an alternative)
- Salt and Black Pepper to taste
- 1 lb Uncooked Shrimp
- 1 cup Cooked Lobster Meat (crab as a substitute)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (or chives, if parsley is unavailable)
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (or whole wheat flour for health)
- 1 tbsp Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder (fresh garlic for deeper taste)
- 4 tbsp Cold Butter, Grated (or margarine for dairy-free)
- 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese (dairy-free option if desired)
- 3/4 cup Whole Milk (non-dairy milk for lactose-free)
- Optional Fresh Chives or Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Melt 4 tbsp of unsalted butter over medium heat in a large skillet or pot. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until translucent.
- Add the celery (if using) and sauté for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the flour and mix well, cooking for another minute to eliminate the raw flavor.
- Gradually add the seafood stock while stirring, allowing it to thicken.
- Stir in the heavy cream, Old Bay seasoning, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the uncooked shrimp and cooked lobster meat, stirring gently to combine.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly while you prepare the biscuit topping.
- Combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl. Mix well.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the cheese.
- Gradually add the whole milk, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the filling into a baking dish and drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough over the top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
For a lighter option, use olive oil instead of butter and half-and-half in place of heavy cream. You can also experiment with different seafood or add vegetables for extra flavor.