Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 cup

chicken tenders, leftovers chopped

chopped

1 cup

frozen carrots

chopped

0.5 cup

frozen sweet peas

1 cup

French fries, leftovers chopped

chopped

2 tbsp

butter (unsalted)

2 unit

celery ribs

chopped

1 cup

country cream gravy

leftover

10.5 unit

cream of chicken soup

0.5 cup

heavy cream

1 pinch

fresh cracked pepper

1 tsp

fresh thyme

8 unit

ready-to-bake refrigerated buttermilk flaky biscuits

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2
~4 min

Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3
~4 min

Add chopped celery, french fries, carrots, and sweet peas to the skillet.

Step 4
~4 min

Saute vegetables until tender, potatoes will soften.

Step 5
~4 min

Add chopped leftover chicken to the skillet and saute until heated through.

Step 6
~4 min

Bake refrigerated biscuits to almost done.

Step 7
~4 min

Transfer the sauteed mixture to a bowl.

Step 8
~4 min

Add gravy and chicken soup to the hot skillet and heat until warm.

Step 9
~4 min

Add heavy cream to the sauce until desired consistency and creaminess is achieved.

Step 10
~4 min

Add pepper and thyme to the sauce, then pour the saute mixture back into the skillet.

Step 11
~4 min

Transfer to a 9-inch cast iron skillet (or desired baking dish).

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~4 min

Cover the top with partially baked biscuits and place in the oven.

Step 13
~4 min

Bake until bubbly and biscuits are golden brown (approximately 7-8 minutes).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add other vegetables like mushrooms or green beans.

Use different types of leftover cooked meat instead of chicken.

Season the gravy with garlic powder or onion powder.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The filling can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with a crusty bread for dipping.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food staple

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holidays
Weeknight Dinner

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Holidays
Family Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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