Chicken Cobbler Casserole

This chicken cobbler casserole is a savory twist on the classic fruit dessert. It features tender chicken and vegetables in a creamy sauce, all baked under a tender, cheesy biscuit topping. It’s a warm and satisfying dish that brings together the best parts of a pot pie and chicken and dumplings.

As a one-pan meal, this casserole is convenient for weeknight dinners. Most of the ingredients are pantry staples, and it comes together with minimal prep. From start to finish, you can have a filling, homemade dinner on the table in about an hour and fifteen minutes.

Why will you love Chicken Cobbler Casserole?

Melting butter in the dish first creates a rich foundation and helps prevent the bottom layer from sticking.

Pouring the liquid sauce over the top without stirring is key. It allows the biscuit dough to both steam from below and bake from above for a perfect texture.

Using a cheddar biscuit mix is a simple shortcut for a flavorful, savory topping that always comes out right.

Chicken Cobbler Casserole Ingredients

• Cooked Chicken: Rotisserie chicken is a convenient option. You can also use any leftover cooked chicken you have on hand.

• Cheddar Biscuit Mix: Any brand of cheddar biscuit mix, like the one from Red Lobster, will work. If you can only find plain biscuit mix, add ½ cup of shredded cheddar to it.

• Frozen Vegetables: The standard mix of peas, carrots, corn, and green beans is used here, but feel free to use your favorite combination. No need to thaw them first.

• Cream of Chicken Soup: This creates the creamy sauce base. For a different flavor, you can substitute cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup.

• Chicken Broth: Using low-sodium chicken broth gives you more control over the final saltiness of the dish.

Exact quantities are in the recipe card below.

How to Make Chicken Cobbler Casserole

Step 1: Prepare the Base Layers

First, preheat your oven and prepare the baking dish by pouring in the melted butter. In a bowl, toss the cooked chicken with all the seasonings. Spread the chicken evenly in the dish, then top with the frozen vegetables.

Step 2: Mix the Biscuit Topping

In a separate bowl, combine the biscuit mix, its seasoning packet, milk, and half of the cheese. Stir just until a soft dough forms. Use a scoop or spoon to drop the dough over the vegetables.

Step 3: Assemble the Casserole and Bake

Whisk together the cream of chicken soup and chicken broth until smooth. Pour this liquid evenly over the entire dish, making sure to cover the biscuit dough. Do not stir. Bake for 50 minutes, then sprinkle with the remaining cheese and bake for 5 more minutes until golden and bubbly.

What to Serve with Chicken Cobbler Casserole

This casserole is a complete meal on its own. For a bit of freshness, serve it alongside a simple green salad with a light vinaigrette.

Helpful Tricks for Chicken Cobbler Casserole

Food Safety: Ensure the casserole is cooked through by checking with a food thermometer. The internal temperature should be at least 165°F (74°C) as chicken is present.

Do Not Stir: It is important not to stir the casserole after pouring the liquid over the top. This technique allows the biscuit topping to steam and cook properly, resulting in a soft, dumpling-like texture underneath and a crisp top.

Use Pre-cooked Chicken: A rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver for this recipe. You can also use leftover baked or boiled chicken.

Let it Rest: Allowing the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving helps the creamy sauce to set and thicken slightly.

How to Store and Freeze Chicken Cobbler Casserole

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Chicken Cobbler Casserole Recipe FAQs

Can I use homemade biscuit dough?

Yes, you can use your favorite drop biscuit recipe instead of a mix. You may need to adjust the baking time slightly depending on your recipe.

Do I have to use canned soup?

No. You can make a homemade cream sauce by melting 3 tablespoons of butter, whisking in 3 tablespoons of flour, and then slowly adding 1 ¾ cups of milk or broth until thickened.

Why is my cobbler topping soggy?

The topping might be soggy if there was too much liquid or if it didn’t bake long enough. Ensure you measure the broth correctly and bake until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Chicken Cobbler Casserole

Tender chicken and mixed vegetables in a creamy sauce, topped with cheesy biscuit dumplings and baked until golden.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Ingredients

  

• 3 cups cooked shredded chicken, about 1.5 lbs or 680g
• 12 oz frozen mixed vegetables 340g
• ½ cup unsalted butter melted, 113g
• 1 box cheddar biscuit mix (322g) seasoning packet reserved, 11.36-ounce
• ¾ cup milk 180ml
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided, 113g
• 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup (298g) 10.5-ounce
• 1 ¾ cups chicken broth 420ml
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp poultry seasoning
• ¼ tsp smoked paprika

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the melted butter into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it to cover the surface.
• In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, poultry seasoning, and smoked paprika. Stir to coat the chicken evenly.
• Spread the seasoned chicken in an even layer over the melted butter in the baking dish. Scatter the frozen mixed vegetables over the chicken.
• In a separate bowl, stir together the cheddar biscuit mix, its reserved seasoning packet, the milk, and ½ cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until just combined, do not overmix.
• Use a large spoon or an ice cream scoop to drop dollops of the biscuit dough over the layer of vegetables. The dollops do not need to be perfectly uniform.
• In a bowl, whisk the condensed cream of chicken soup and the chicken broth together until smooth.
• Carefully pour the soup mixture evenly over the entire casserole, including the biscuit topping. Do not stir the layers together.
• Bake for 50 minutes. The topping should be golden and the filling bubbly. Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the casserole.
• Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese over the top and bake for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Food Safety: Ensure the casserole is cooked through by checking with a food thermometer. The internal temperature should be at least 165°F (74°C) as chicken is present.

Do Not Stir: It is important not to stir the casserole after pouring the liquid over the top. This technique allows the biscuit topping to steam and cook properly, resulting in a soft, dumpling-like texture underneath and a crisp top.

Use Pre-cooked Chicken: A rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver for this recipe. You can also use leftover baked or boiled chicken.

Let it Rest: Allowing the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving helps the creamy sauce to set and thicken slightly.

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