Save A comforting, savory casserole featuring tender chicken and vegetables in a creamy sauce, topped with golden, cheesy cheddar biscuits all baked together in one pan for easy cleanup.
I first made this chicken cobbler for a cozy family dinner when we were craving something warm and filling. The cheesy biscuit topping makes this casserole extra special every time.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter: 2 tablespoons for sautéing vegetables and adding richness
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon for flavor and sautéing
- Yellow onion: 1 medium, diced for sweetness and aroma
- Carrots: 2 medium, peeled and diced for color and nutrition
- Celery stalks: 2, diced for classic casserole flavor
- Garlic cloves: 3, minced, for deep flavor
- Dried thyme: 1 teaspoon for earthiness
- Dried parsley: 1 teaspoon for herbal freshness
- Salt: 1 teaspoon for seasoning
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon for mild heat
- All-purpose flour: 1/4 cup for thickening the sauce
- Low-sodium chicken broth: 2 cups for a savory, creamy base
- Whole milk: 1 cup to enrich the filling
- Cooked chicken: 3 cups shredded (rotisserie or poached) for ease
- Frozen peas: 1 cup for sweetness and color
- Biscuit topping flour: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour for the cheddar biscuits
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons for lift in the biscuits
- Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon for tender texture
- Biscuit topping salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Biscuit topping black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Cold unsalted butter: 6 tablespoons, cubed, for flakiness
- Sharp cheddar cheese: 1 cup grated for flavor
- Cold buttermilk: 3/4 cup for moist biscuits
Instructions
- Prepare oven:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook vegetables:
- Melt butter and olive oil in an ovenproof skillet or baking dish over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until softened.
- Add aromatics:
- Stir in garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Thicken base:
- Sprinkle flour evenly and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add liquids:
- Gradually pour in chicken broth and milk while stirring to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Add protein and peas:
- Stir in shredded chicken and peas. Remove from heat.
- Mix biscuit topping:
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pepper for biscuits.
- Cut in butter:
- Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingertips until mixture is coarse crumbs.
- Add cheese and buttermilk:
- Stir in cheddar cheese, then add buttermilk. Mix just until combined, do not overmix.
- Top filling:
- Drop heaping spoonfuls of biscuit dough over chicken filling evenly.
- Bake:
- Bake 30 to 35 minutes until biscuits are golden and filling is bubbling.
- Rest:
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Save The first time I served this cobbler, everyone went back for seconds and it quickly became a request for comforting Sunday dinners. The cheesy biscuits on top are a family favorite.
Required Tools
Large ovenproof skillet or baking dish, mixing bowls, whisk, pastry cutter or fork, measuring cups and spoons, spoon or cookie scoop
Allergen Information
This recipe includes dairy (milk, butter, cheese) and wheat (flour). Verify gluten-free ingredients if needed and always check packaged labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 480, Total Fat: 24 g, Carbohydrates: 38 g, Protein: 29 g per serving
Save This casserole is perfect for any chilly night, and leftovers warm up beautifully for lunch. Don't forget to serve with a fresh salad.
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of chicken works best?
Using shredded rotisserie or poached chicken ensures tender, juicy pieces that blend well with the creamy filling.
- → Can I prepare the filling in advance?
Yes, the filling can be made a day ahead and refrigerated; just top with the biscuit dough and bake before serving.
- → How do I get a golden biscuit topping?
Ensure your oven is fully preheated to 400°F and bake until the biscuits turn a rich golden brown, usually 30–35 minutes.
- → Are substitutions for vegetables possible?
Definitely—feel free to swap in similar vegetables like green beans or corn to suit your preference.
- → Can this dish be made gluten-free?
Use gluten-free flour blends for both the filling and biscuit topping, and verify that all other ingredients are gluten-free.