Red Lobster's Chicken Cobbler Recipe: a Delight to Satisfy Your Cravings

Maybe you've had meat pie and liked it, but you've never made it thinking it's difficult to make. What if we tell you the meat can be used differently to make a cobbler? We're now excited to lure you in with an exceptional cobbler recipe that features succulent rotisserie chicken and a delectable cheddar biscuit mix. 

Filled with savory cheddar biscuit mix, rotisserie chicken, and tender vegetables for a boost of nutrients, our copycat Red Lobster's chicken cobbler recipe is a comforting and hearty meal. The silky topping made with buttermilk adds an extra layer of deliciousness. And even though the recipe may seem complicated at first glance, it's not. Convince yourself by preparing our version of Red Lobster's delicious recipe for chicken cobbler that will rock your world and your taste buds!

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• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Substitutions
• Variations
• Equipment
• Storage
• Pro Tips
• Red Lobster's Chicken Cobbler Recipe
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Ingredients

• Cooking oil spray — 1 tsp.
• Rotisserie chicken — 2 lbs., shredded
• Buttermilk — 2 cups
• Cheddar biscuit mix (Red Lobster) — 1 package (11 oz.)
• Mixed frozen vegetables — 2 cups
• Chicken broth — 1 ½ cups
• Heavy cream — ½ cup
• Dried parsley — 1 tsp.
• Dried thyme — 1 tsp.
• Salt — ¾ tsp.
• Ground black pepper — ¼ tsp.

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and spray an oven-safe baking dish with cooking oil.

2. Arrange the rotisserie chicken uniformly in a layer at the bottom of the baking dish.

3. In a large bowl, mix the buttermilk and cheddar biscuit mix (along with the spice pack) until it blends seamlessly. Distribute the mixture uniformly over the chicken.

4. Top the mixture with the mixed frozen vegetables.

5. Add and mix the chicken broth, heavy cream, dried herbs, and spices in a medium-sized bowl.

6. Pour the mixture uniformly over the vegetables. There is no need to mix.

7. To achieve the perfect dish, the baking dish must be placed in the preheated oven for no more than 60 minutes. You’ll know when it is ready when the surface will set and will be golden brown.

8. Take the dish out of the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature.

Substitutions

• Rotisserie chicken — There is nothing easier than using rotisserie chicken for our cobbler recipe. If you prefer to cook the meat yourself, you can cook some chicken breast and then shred it, but you can also choose to include cooked ground chicken or ground turkey. No matter the substitution you make, don’t forget to season the meat to achieve a flavorful taste.

• Cheddar biscuit mix — The irresistible savory and cheesy flavor of the cheddar biscuit mix is an absolute delight, as it adds a special note and takes the recipe to the next level. You can also create your biscuit dough from scratch by combining flour, butter, milk, baking powder, salt, and shredded cheddar cheese. You can also use premade pie crust or puff pastry if you don’t have cheddar biscuit mix in your kitchen, as they are good substitution options.

• Chicken broth — Use vegetable broth to replace the chicken broth, as it will provide an almost identical flavor profile while adding moisture to the mixture.

• Dried parsley — Adding freshness and a bright green note to the dish, parsley can be easily replaced with dried thyme, sage, or oregano.

Variations

• Add flavor — Add a sprinkle of ground cumin or smoked paprika for an elevated and complex flavor.

• Add texture — Include a handful of chopped almonds or pecans to the dish to add a nutty and crunchy texture.

• Low-fat — To decrease the dish's fat content, substitute buttermilk and heavy cream with plain Greek yogurt and low-fat or fat-free milk.

• Vegetarian — Tofu can be used instead of rotisserie chicken for a vegetarian variation. Cut the tofu into small cubes, sauté it until lightly browned, and include it in the recipe. Also, don’t forget to swap the chicken stock for vegetable broth.

Equipment

• Measuring spoons and cups

• Oil spray

• Oven

• 13 “x 9” baking dish

• Large bowl

• Medium bowl

• Whisk

Storage

• Make sure to give your chicken cobbler time to cool down at room temperature before storing it.

• If transferred in an airtight container, you can store the chicken cobbler leftovers in the refrigerator for 4 days.

• Even though freezing it is not ideal, as its texture and quality may change, you can use a freezer-safe container to store it for an extended period and freeze it for up to 3 months.

Pro Tips

• Precook the vegetables — To enhance the flavors and prevent the mixed vegetables from turning mushy during baking, you may want to slightly sauté them before adding them to the cobbler.

• Use egg wash — To get a shiny, golden-brown crust, brush the cobbler with a splash of beaten egg and milk before baking.