Chicken Potpie Casserole
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup butter
cubed
- 1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
- 2 medium carrots
sliced
- 1/2 medium onion
chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 4 cups cubed cooked chicken
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 jar diced pimientos
drained, 2 ounces
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- BISCUIT TOPPING
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup cold butter
cubed
- 2/3 cup 2% milk
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F, and grease an 11x7-inch baking dish. Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, carrots and onions. Saute and stir the veggies until they're softened.
- 2
Sprinkle flour over the butter and veggie mixture, and stir over medium heat until it's completely blended in. Pour in the chicken broth and milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir the mixture for two minutes until it's thickened.
- 3
Add in the chicken, frozen peas and pimientos; continue stirring until all of the ingredients are heated through. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- 4
Whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt and cream of tartar in a large mixing bowl. Use a pastry cutter (a must-have baking tool) or two forks to cut in the cold butter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Stir in just enough milk to moisten the mixture. Turn the mixture out onto a lightly floured surface; knead the dough 8 to 10 times to bring it together. Pat it out into a slab about 1/2-inch thick. Use a 2-1/2-inch cutter to cut out the biscuits. Editor's Tip: If you don't have a pastry cutter, no problem! Simply cut the slab of dough into equal squares or rectangles.
- 5
Arrange the biscuits over the top of the chicken mixture in the baking dish. Bake the casserole for 15 to 20 minutes, until the biscuits look puffed and golden brown.
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About this Recipe
When you're craving that deeply satisfying, comforting classic chicken potpie without the fuss of a traditional double crust, this Chicken Potpie Casserole delivers. It's the ultimate answer for a hearty meal that feels both special and achievable on any night.
The genius of this recipe lies in its streamlined approach. You get all the beloved flavors and textures of a homemade potpie—a rich, savory filling brimming with tender chicken and vegetables—expertly capped with a golden, light, and airy biscuit topping. This clever adaptation eliminates the pastry rolling and crimping, making the classic more accessible while still delivering incredible results.
Prepare for a spoonful of pure comfort. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of savory, cubed cooked chicken, sweet peas, earthy mushrooms, and tender carrots, all enveloped in a velvety, creamy sauce. The filling is perfectly seasoned with a hint of pimiento for a pop of color and mild sweetness. The real showstopper, however, is the flaky biscuit topping, baked to a beautiful golden brown, providing a delightful textural contrast to the soft, luscious interior. This casserole promises a satisfying, warm, and hearty experience that will quickly become a family favorite.
This recipe offers wonderful flexibility to suit your pantry and preferences. Feel free to swap the 2% milk in the filling or topping for whole milk for a richer result. While the recipe calls for sliced fresh mushrooms, you could use a different variety or even omit them if you prefer. You could also experiment with adding other frozen vegetables like corn or green beans for added color and flavor. For a slightly different twist, consider adding a pinch of dried thyme or poultry seasoning to the filling to deepen its aromatic profile.
This robust Chicken Potpie Casserole is a complete meal in itself, making it ideal for a cozy family dinner, a potluck, or a comforting weeknight treat. Serve it warm, straight from the oven, allowing everyone to scoop out their generous portion of savory filling and biscuit goodness.