Description
A cozy and satisfying chicken pot pie featuring tender chicken, vegetables, and a creamy sauce topped with flaky buttermilk biscuits.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup carrots, chopped
- 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2% for creamier texture)
- 1 can buttermilk biscuits (typically 8 biscuits in a standard can)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon oil or butter. Add the diced chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink and just starting to brown, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook 4–6 minutes until softened and translucent. Add peas in the last 1–2 minutes so they heat through without getting mushy.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetable mixture and stir to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring or whisking to prevent lumps. Add the milk, thyme, salt, and pepper. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until the mixture thickens, about 3–5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Pour the hot filling into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Arrange the buttermilk biscuits on top evenly.
- Bake 25–30 minutes until the biscuits are golden brown and the filling is bubbling at the edges. Tent with foil if biscuits brown too quickly.
- Remove from oven and let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with a simple green salad or steamed green beans. Leftover biscuits reheat best in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American