Chicken Cobbler

1. Prepare the Filling:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.
   • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
   • In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
   • Stir in the frozen peas and corn.
   • Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
   • Gradually add the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and begins to simmer.
   • Stir in the dried thyme and rosemary. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix well. Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste.
2. Prepare the Biscuit Topping:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
   • Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Pour in the buttermilk and stir just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
3. Assemble the Cobbler:
   • Transfer the chicken and vegetable filling to a large baking dish.
   • Drop spoonfuls of the biscuit dough over the filling, spreading it out evenly but leaving some gaps for steam to escape.
4. Bake:
   • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the biscuit topping is golden brown and cooked through.
5. Serve:
   • Let the cobbler cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Chicken Cobbler warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Tips

• Vegetable Variations: Feel free to add other vegetables like green beans or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
• Make Ahead: The filling can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Assemble and bake when ready to serve.
• Buttermilk Substitute: If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.

This Chicken Cobbler is a delightful, comforting dish that brings together the best of creamy chicken stew and fluffy biscuits. Perfect for a family dinner, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household!