This Creamed Chicken and Biscuits Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish perfect for family dinners. Tender chicken and vegetables in a creamy sauce topped with golden, buttery biscuits make this a favorite classic comfort food!
📋 Ingredients:
For the Creamed Chicken Filling:
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed 🍗
- 1 cup frozen peas 🥬
- 1 cup carrots, diced 🥕
- 1 cup celery, diced 🥒
- 1 small onion, finely chopped 🧅
- 4 tablespoons butter 🧈
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
- 2 cups chicken broth 🍲
- 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream 🥛
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 🌿
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 🌰
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂🌶️
For the Biscuits:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
- 1 tablespoon baking powder 🌾
- 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed 🧈
- 3/4 cup buttermilk 🥛
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing) 🧈
📝 Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Make the Creamed Chicken Filling:
- Cook the vegetables:
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and cook for about 5-6 minutes until softened.
- Make the roux:
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add the liquids:
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add seasonings and chicken:
- Stir in the thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the shredded chicken and peas, mixing until everything is combined and coated in the creamy sauce.
- Transfer to baking dish:
- Pour the creamed chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish.
3. Prepare the Biscuits:
- Make the biscuit dough:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the buttermilk:
- Stir in the buttermilk until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
- Shape the biscuits:
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out biscuits and place them on top of the creamed chicken mixture in the baking dish.
4. Bake:
- Bake the casserole:
- Brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter and bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
5. Serve:
- Serve and enjoy:
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve hot and enjoy this comforting dish with your family!
⏱️ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 25 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 40 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6 servings
🔥 Calories: Approximately 450-500 kcal per serving
This Creamed Chicken and Biscuits Casserole is the perfect cozy, home-cooked meal for any night of the week. It’s creamy, savory, and the buttery biscuits make it extra special! 🍗🥕🍞