Nothing screams hearty and flavorful, like this chicken and biscuits casserole recipe. The spicy and sweet combination will make your mouth water and satisfy your comfort food cravings. Besides, the recipe is enticingly quick, easy, and fun!
Preheat the oven to 375 F (190 C) and grease a 9x13 casserole dish.
If you aren't using store bought, make these yeast biscuits - and while they are resting you can make the chicken gravy.
In a heavy skillet over moderate heat, melt the butter and cook the onion and celery until softened, about 5 minutes - generously salt and pepper.
Sprinkle over the flour and stir and cook for about 1 minute. Stir in the broth and thyme and bring to a boil over medium heat - stirring occasionally.
Stir in the milk, chicken, carrots, peas and lemon juice, then pour into the casserole dish and bake for about 20 minutes. Remove the dish from the oven and increase the temperature to 425 F (205 C).
Cut out your biscuits into 12 rounds, and arrange them on top of the chicken gravy. Whisk the egg and tablespoon water together and brush the biscuits with the egg wash.
Return the dish to the oven, and bake until the biscuits are done, about 10 - 12 more minutes.
Recipe Notes
Here are a few tips that can help your chicken and biscuits recipe come out better;
If your chicken stew is thin, add a bit of cream( heavy or whipping cream), or let it simmer longer before baking it.
Don't just grab any chicken broth you see at the store. Always use the low sodium version. Besides richness of flavor, it allows you to adjust the salt and seasoning to suit your taste. If you can make your own chicken broth, the better.
If your cast-iron skillet or baking dish is full, place a baking sheet or cookie sheet beneath to catch any spills in the oven.
If you're a vegetarian, you can substitute the chicken with mixed vegetables or green beans.
Ensure the biscuits rise evenly. They should have a lightly browned top and soft center. Use a toothpick to check the softness.
If you want your dish to show off the wow factor, add more herbs like rosemary, parsley, and the likes.