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Chicken Pot Pie with Garlic Butter Biscuits

A comforting and protein-packed chicken pot pie topped with flavorful garlic butter biscuits, perfect for family meals.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 2 medium chicken breasts (cut into ½ inch dice) Can be substituted with rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
  • 2 tablespoons butter For the savory base and adding flavor.
  • 1 medium onion (diced) Can be substituted with shallots for a sweeter taste.
  • 2 medium carrots (diced) Frozen carrots can also be used.
  • 2 stalks celery (diced) Can be omitted if preferred.
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced) Essential for aroma and taste.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon pepper Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme Dried thyme can replace fresh.
  • cup all-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour as an alternative.
  • 2 cups chicken stock Low-sodium versions are available.
  • 2 cups whole milk Can be substituted with almond or oat milk for lactose-free options.
  • 1 medium russet potato (cut into ½ inch dice) Frozen potatoes are a time-saving option.
  • 2 cups frozen peas Fresh peas can substitute in season.
For the Biscuits
  • 1 tube refrigerated biscuits Quick and easy solution.
  • 1 tablespoon butter For brushing over biscuits to create a golden finish.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Feel free to use any herbs you enjoy.
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced) An extra punch of garlic for the biscuits.
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper For seasoning the biscuits; adjust as needed.

Method
 

Cook Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a wide, shallow pot over medium heat. Sweat the chicken, seasoned lightly with salt and pepper, for 10 minutes until thoroughly cooked. Remove it from the pan.
Cook Veggies
  1. In the same pot, add the remaining two tablespoons of butter. Combine the onion, carrots, and celery, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add garlic, salt, pepper, and thyme, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
Simmer
  1. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to eliminate the raw flavor. Gradually pour the chicken stock into the pot, scraping up any delicious brown bits at the bottom.
  2. Stir in the milk and diced potato, simmering for 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Then, introduce the peas and cooked chicken back into the mixture. Return to a simmer and adjust your seasoning as desired.
Add Biscuits
  1. Arrange the refrigerated biscuits on top of the chicken mixture.
  2. Melt the tablespoon of butter and mix in the Italian seasoning, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Spoon this seasoned butter over the biscuits for added flavor.
Into the Oven
  1. Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the pot pie is hot, bubbling, and biscuits are golden.
  2. If the biscuits brown too quickly, cover them loosely with foil. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set.

Notes

For added nutrients, consider sneaking in chopped spinach or kale. This dish can be made ahead by assembling without baking and refrigerating; then bake fresh when ready to serve.