Cheddar Bay Seafood Pie (Creamy, Cozy & Biscuit-Topped Perfection!)

Introduction

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If you love rich seafood dishes, buttery biscuits, and recipes that make everyone at the table go quiet after the first bite—this one’s for you.

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Overview of the Recipe

This Cheddar Bay Seafood Pie combines tender shrimp and lump crab in a creamy, savory sauce, all baked under fluffy, golden cheddar biscuits brushed with butter. It’s part pot pie, part seafood bake, and 100% unforgettable.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Uses shrimp and lump crab for fresh, authentic seafood flavor

• Creamy, cheesy sauce balanced with vegetables and herbs

• Topped with buttery Cheddar Bay–style biscuits

• Comfort food that feels restaurant-worthy but is easy to make at home

What Does This Seafood Pie Taste Like?

Rich and creamy with a savory coastal flavor. The Old Bay seasoning adds warmth, the cheddar brings sharpness, and the biscuits bake up fluffy with crisp golden edges. Every bite is buttery, cozy, and deeply satisfying.

Benefits of This Recipe

• High in protein from shrimp and crab

• Great for family dinners or special occasions

• Can be prepped ahead and baked later

• A one-dish meal that feels indulgent yet balanced

Ingredients

Seafood Filling

• Shrimp, peeled and deveined

• Lump crab meat (fresh or well-drained canned)

• Celery, finely diced

• Onion, diced

• Red bell pepper, diced

• Garlic, minced

• Fresh parsley, chopped

Creamy Sauce

• Unsalted butter

• All-purpose flour

• Heavy cream

• Seafood stock or chicken broth

• Old Bay seasoning

• Salt and black pepper

• Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Biscuit Topping

• Cheddar Bay biscuit mix or homemade biscuit batter

• Whole milk

• Melted butter (for brushing the biscuits)

Tools You’ll Need

• Large skillet or sauté pan

• Wooden spoon or whisk

• Measuring cups and spoons

• Baking dish

• Pastry brush (for butter topping)

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions

Seafood Options

• Scallops can be added for extra luxury

• Use all shrimp if crab isn’t available

Dairy Swaps

• Half-and-half instead of heavy cream (lighter option)

• White cheddar or Monterey Jack instead of sharp cheddar

Biscuit Alternatives

• Homemade drop biscuits

• Refrigerated biscuit dough (cut into pieces)

How to Make Cheddar Bay Seafood Pie

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