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Chicken Cobbler

Chicken Cobbler
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A cozy and hearty Chicken Cobbler featuring tender chicken, savory vegetables, and a fluffy golden biscuit topping. This fast and flavorful comfort food comes together quickly in one dish, perfect for busy weeknights and easy to customize with your favorite herbs and ingredients.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Vegetables

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
  • 1 cup diced onions
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)

Filling

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups warm chicken broth
  • Salt, pepper, garlic powder to taste
  • 1–2 tsp fresh herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, or parsley), chopped

Biscuit Topping

  • 2 cups biscuit mix or self-rising flour
  • 2/3 cup milk or cream
  • 4 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling: Sauté the diced onions and carrots in butter over medium heat until tender and fragrant. Add the cubed chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned but not fully cooked through. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir to coat evenly. Gradually pour in the warm chicken broth, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens into a creamy consistency. Finally, stir in the peas and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and chopped fresh herbs.
  2. Make the Biscuit Topping: While the filling simmers, combine the biscuit mix or self-rising flour with milk (or cream) and melted butter. Mix with a fork or hands just until a dough forms, being careful not to overmix to preserve fluffiness.
  3. Assemble the Chicken Cobbler: Transfer the hot filling into a baking dish. Evenly spoon or spread the biscuit dough over the filling in small portions or a single layer, ensuring it covers the surface.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the assembled cobbler for about 25 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges. This develops a warm, melded flavor and a beautifully browned crust.

Notes

  • Use warm chicken broth to keep the filling smooth and lump-free.
  • Do not overmix the biscuit dough to avoid tough biscuits; handle gently.
  • Let the filling cool slightly before adding the biscuit topping to prevent it from melting into the sauce.
  • For extra texture, sprinkle coarse sea salt on the biscuit topping before baking.
  • Fresh herbs enhance flavor better than dried herbs; use when possible.

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Keywords: chicken cobbler, comfort food, quick dinner, biscuit topping, savory cobbler

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