Description
A cozy, upscale twist on classic pot pie with shrimp and lobster in a creamy filling topped with cheddar-tipped biscuits.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for the filling)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for the roux)
- 1½ cups seafood stock or chicken stock
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ pound cooked lobster meat, chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for filling)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (for biscuits)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cold butter, grated or cut into small pieces
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ⅓ cup whole milk (plus 1 tablespoon if needed)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Butter individual ramekins or a 9-inch baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add garlic, onion, and celery; sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the aromatics and stir for about 1 minute to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in seafood or chicken stock and heavy cream until smooth. Simmer until sauce thickens, about 5–7 minutes.
- Season with Old Bay, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Fold in lobster and parsley. Set aside.
- For biscuits, in a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Stir in cheddar and chives/parsley.
- Add milk and mix until a soft dough forms; do not overmix.
- Spoon biscuit dough over seafood filling, leaving gaps for steam. Bake for 20–25 minutes until biscuits are golden and filling is bubbling.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, substitute with a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend. Best served with a small green salad or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American