Description
Creamy chicken and veggie filling topped with fluffy golden biscuits—this Homestyle Chicken Cobbler Bake is cozy, hearty, and perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 medium onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 carrots, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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2 cups chicken broth
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1 cup whole milk
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3 cups cooked, shredded chicken
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1 cup frozen peas
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Biscuit Topping:
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
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1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
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Prepare the Filling:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft.
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Stir in garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook an additional 5 minutes.
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Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
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Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk. Simmer until the mixture thickens.
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Add cooked chicken, peas, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
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Pour the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Make the Biscuit Topping:
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Stir in milk until a soft dough forms (do not overmix).
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Assemble and Bake:
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Drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough evenly over the chicken mixture.
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Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown and fully cooked through.
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Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken or leftover roast chicken for ease.
- Add herbs like parsley or rosemary for extra depth.
- Swap peas for green beans or corn based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American