Chicken N Biscuits
Cozy up with the ultimate comfort food: Chicken N Biscuits! This hearty recipe features tender, seared chicken thighs simmered in a rich, creamy gravy infused with the flavors of butter, chicken broth, and a hint of herbs. Enhanced by colorful peas and carrots, this one-skillet meal is topped with golden, soft, homemade biscuits that are irresistibly flaky. The biscuits—crafted from simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cold butter—bake to perfection right on top of the savory chicken filling, creating a delightful harmony of textures. Perfect for family dinners or a comforting weekend treat, this dish brings classic southern flavors to your table. Ready in just about an hour, it’s an easy and satisfying crowd-pleaser you’ll keep coming back to! Keywords: chicken n biscuits recipe, homemade biscuits, one-skillet dinner, comfort food, creamy chicken dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (for biscuits)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (for biscuits)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold, cubed for biscuits)
- 0.75 cup whole milk (for biscuits)
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper on both sides.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Whisk in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
Gradually whisk in 3 cups of chicken broth and 1/2 cup of heavy cream. Cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in 1 cup of frozen peas and carrots during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
While the chicken cooks, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare the biscuits.
In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix well.
Cut 6 tablespoons of cold, cubed unsalted butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually stir in 3/4 cup of whole milk until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick disc. Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out biscuits, re-rolling scraps as needed.
Place the biscuits on top of the chicken and gravy mixture in the skillet or in a baking dish if transferring.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy the comforting combination of savory chicken and buttery biscuits!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 268.4 g | 344% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.8 g | 624% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1186 mg | 395% | |
| Sodium | 7457 mg | 324% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 261.6 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.3 g | ||
| Protein | 228.5 g | 457% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 3036 mg | 65% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
