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Chicken Cobbler

Chicken Cobbler
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Chicken Cobbler is a comforting and hearty casserole combining tender chicken, savory vegetables, and a fluffy biscuit topping. It’s a quick and easy dish made with simple pantry staples, perfect for family dinners or weeknight meals. With rich flavors, customizable options, and a golden, flaky crust, this recipe offers classic comfort food with less effort, delivering delicious, satisfying results every time.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Vegetables

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tbsp butter

Sauce

  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk or buttermilk
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme or parsley, chopped (or 1/2 tsp dried)

Biscuit Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp cold butter, cut into pieces
  • 3/4 cup milk or buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken and Vegetables: Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and sauté with diced onions and carrots in butter over medium heat until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are slightly softened, building a rich base for the filling.
  2. Make the Sauce: Sprinkle flour over the cooked chicken and vegetables, stirring constantly to form a roux. Gradually add chicken broth and milk while whisking to prevent lumps, cooking until the mixture thickens into a creamy sauce that coats everything evenly.
  3. Assemble the Filling: Stir in frozen peas and your chosen herbs. Transfer the savory filling into a buttered baking dish, spreading evenly to create the base for the biscuit topping.
  4. Prepare the Biscuit Topping: In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture becomes crumbly. Pour in milk or buttermilk and stir just until combined to maintain a light and fluffy dough.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough evenly over the filling. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and cooked through.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the biscuit dough; stir just until combined for a tender, flaky topping.
  • Use fresh herbs like thyme or parsley for brighter, fresher flavors.
  • Cut chicken pieces evenly to ensure uniform cooking and avoid dry spots.
  • Preheat your oven fully to get a crispy, golden biscuit topping.
  • Let the cobbler rest for a few minutes after baking to allow flavors to meld and the filling to set.

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Keywords: Chicken Cobbler, Comfort Food, Biscuit Topping, Easy Dinner, Family Meal, Hearty Casserole

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