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Chicken Cobbler A serving of the finished chicken cobbler with a golden biscuit topping, revealing the creamy filling with chicken, vegetables, and sauce.

Chicken Cobbler

A comforting, creamy Chicken Cobbler topped with homemade cheddar biscuits, perfect for any dinner.
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Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Keyword: chicken cobbler, chicken skillet, comfort food, homemade biscuits
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 629kcal
Cost: $10

Ingredients

Filling:

  • 2 tablespoon cooking oil divided, for cooking
  • 1 lb. chicken thighs boneless & skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
  • 8 oz. white mushrooms sliced
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1½ cups chicken broth use Better Than Bouillon for flavor
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 3 tablespoon cornstarch for thickening
  • ¼ cup cold water
  • 1½ cups frozen peas and carrots

Topping:

  • 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 8 tablespoon butter melted & divided
  • ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cajun seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a 10-12 inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden and nearly cooked through, about 6 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
    Pieces of chicken are sautéed in a skillet with seasonings, getting nicely browned before adding the other ingredients.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet and sauté the mushrooms, onion, and garlic for 5 minutes until softened and the moisture has mostly evaporated.
    Mushrooms, onions, and garlic are sautéing in a skillet, adding flavor to the filling.
  • Pour in the chicken broth, ½ cup of milk, thyme, and poultry seasoning, then bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Whisk the cornstarch with cold water until smooth, then add it to the simmering sauce, stirring well. Cook for 2–3 minutes until thickened. If it's too thick, add a little extra broth or water.
    A hand is adding cream into a skillet filled with chicken, mushrooms, and a creamy sauce mixture.
  • Stir in the cooked chicken and frozen peas and carrots.
    Chopped carrots and peas are added to the chicken and creamy sauce mixture before it is cooked.
  • In a bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Add the milk, 6 tablespoons of melted butter, and whisk until smooth. Stir in the cheese, garlic powder, cajun seasoning, and parsley.
  • Pour the biscuit topping over the hot filling without stirring it in. This will create the signature cobbler texture when baked.
    A generous amount of grated cheese is sprinkled on top of the chicken and vegetable mixture in the skillet.
  • Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, until the topping is golden and bubbly around the edges.
  • Allow the cobbler to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Brush the top with the remaining 2 tablespoons of melted butter for a glossy finish.

Notes

This creamy chicken cobbler is a one-skillet comfort food, topped with a cheesy, flaky biscuit layer. Perfect for using up leftover chicken or preparing a family-friendly dinner.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 629kcal (31%) | Carbohydrates: 48g (16%) | Protein: 32g (64%) | Fat: 35g (54%) | Saturated Fat: 13g (81%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 120mg (40%) | Sodium: 863mg (38%) | Potassium: 616mg (18%) | Fiber: 4g (17%) | Sugar: 4g (4%) | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 15mg (18%) | Calcium: 15mg (2%) | Iron: 15mg (83%)
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