Shrimp & Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Pot Pie π¦π¦π§

Dive into comfort food heaven with this Shrimp & Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Pot Pie! This decadent dish combines succulent shrimp and lobster in a creamy, savory filling, topped with fluffy, garlicky Cheddar Bay biscuits inspired by Red Lobsterβs iconic recipe. Perfect for a special dinner or a cozy night in, this pot pie is a seafood loverβs dream, ready in under an hour!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4β6
Calories: ~650 per serving
π Ingredients
For the Seafood Filling:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter π§
- 1 small onion, diced π§
- 2 cloves garlic, minced π§
- 1 celery stalk, diced (optional, for extra flavor) π₯¬
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour πΎ
- 1 1/2 cups seafood stock or chicken broth π₯£
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half & half) π₯
- 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning πΆ
- Salt and pepper, to taste π§
- 1/2 cup frozen peas π’
- 1/2 cup diced carrots (steamed or frozen) π₯
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped π¦
- 1/2 lb cooked lobster meat, chopped π¦
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped πΏ
For the Cheddar Bay Biscuit Topping:
- 1 package (11 oz) Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix π§
- 1/2 cup cold water π§
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (if not included in mix) π§
- 1/4 cup melted butter π§
- 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped πΏ
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder π§
π¨βπ³ Instructions
- Prepare the Seafood Filling:
Preheat your oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C). In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add diced onion (and celery, if using) and cook until soft, about 3β4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sprinkle in the flour, stirring constantly to form a roux, and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the seafood stock and heavy cream, stirring until the mixture is smooth and thickened, about 3β5 minutes.
Season with Old Bay, salt, and pepper to taste. Add the peas, carrots, shrimp, and lobster, and simmer gently for 2β3 minutes until the shrimp just turn pink. Stir in the chopped parsley.
Pour the seafood mixture into a greased 9×13″ baking dish or an oven-safe skillet. - Make the Cheddar Bay Biscuit Topping:
In a medium bowl, combine the Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix with cold water and shredded cheddar cheese (if not already in the mix). Stir until just combined.
Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough evenly over the seafood filling, leaving some gaps for a rustic look. - Bake the Pot Pie:
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20β25 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
While baking, mix the melted butter, chopped parsley, and garlic powder in a small bowl.
As soon as the pot pie comes out of the oven, brush the hot biscuits with the garlic butter mixture for that signature Cheddar Bay flavor. - Serve:
Let the pot pie cool slightly before serving to let the filling set. Garnish with extra chopped parsley for a fresh touch, and dig in!
π Notes & Variations
- Protein Swap: Substitute shrimp or lobster with crab meat or scallops for a different seafood twist.
- Veggie Boost: Add diced zucchini or corn to the filling for extra color and texture.
- Spice It Up: Increase the Old Bay seasoning or add a pinch of cayenne for a spicier kick.
- Make It Ahead: Prepare the filling a day in advance and refrigerate. Add the biscuit topping just before baking.
This Shrimp & Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuit Pot Pie is a showstopper that brings the flavors of the sea to your table with a cheesy, garlicky biscuit crust thatβs impossible to resist. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to something special, this dish is sure to become a favorite. Try it tonight and share your thoughts in the comments below! π½οΈ