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Healthy chicken pot pie with cheddar bay biscuits, creamy filling with vegetables and golden biscuit topping in a rustic dish

Healthy Chicken Pot Pie with Cheddar Bay Biscuits

A lighter, high-protein chicken pot pie topped with fluffy cheddar bay biscuits. This easy comfort food recipe uses simple healthy swaps to reduce calories without sacrificing creamy, rich flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, American Comfort Food
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For Chicken Filling
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or cubed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 ½ cups mixed vegetables carrots, peas, corn
  • 1 cup low-fat milk
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon whole wheat flour or all-purpose
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Cheddar Bay Biscuits
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour or all-purpose
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese shredded
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley optional

Equipment

  • Skillet (large)
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking dish (9x9 or similar)
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Oven

Method
 

🔥 Step 1: Cook the Chicken
  1. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Cook in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat until fully cooked.
  3. Shred or cube and set aside.
🥘 Step 2: Make the Healthy Filling
  1. In the same skillet, heat olive oil.
  2. Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
  3. Stir in:
  4. Mixed vegetables
  5. Flour (to thicken)
  6. Pour in milk and add Greek yogurt.
  7. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
  8. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thick and creamy.
  9. Add cooked chicken and mix well.
🧀 Step 3: Prepare Biscuit Topping
  1. In a bowl, combine:
  2. Flour
  3. Baking powder
  4. Garlic powder
  5. Cheese
  6. Add milk and olive oil.
  7. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  8. Drop spoonfuls evenly over the filling.
🔥 Step 4: Bake Until Golden
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bake for 18–22 minutes until biscuits are golden brown.
  3. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra creaminess, add a splash more milk if needed.
  • You can swap chicken breast with rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • To make it gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Add spinach or mushrooms for more volume and nutrients.
This recipe pairs perfectly with lighter sides like salads—try it with your
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