Chicken Biscuit Skillet

“My mother always made this when we were growing up. Now I make it for my own husband and kids. I use the small biscuits because they brown up so nicely on top. I also add mushrooms to this recipe sometimes because my family loves ’em.” —Keri Boffeli, Monticello, Iowa

Quick Dinner Ideas - Chicken Biscuit SkilletPhoto: Taste of Home
Servings Prep Time Cook Time
6servings 10minutes 20minutes
Servings Prep Time
6servings 10minutes
Cook Time
20minutes
Ingredients
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Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°. Melt butter in a 10-in. cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 2-3 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, mix flour, broth, milk and pepper until smooth; stir into pan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Add the chicken and peas and carrots; heat through. Arrange biscuits over stew. Bake until biscuits are golden brown, 15-20 minutes.
Recipe Notes

Test Kitchen tips

  • This is a satisfying use for leftover chicken. During the holiday season it can easily be made with turkey.
  • The biscuits are plentiful, making this a hearty dish that's perfect for chilly weather.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 320 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 861mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fibre), 22g protein.