Hairy Bikers Chicken Cobbler Recipe
The Hairy Bikers Chicken Cobbler Recipe is pure comfort food. It is warm, creamy and full of flavor. This Hairy Bikers Chicken Cobbler Recipe feels like a big hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
For the filling:
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 carrots diced
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups chicken stock
- ½ cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
For the cobbler topping:
- 1 ½ cups self-rising flour
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 3 tablespoons cold butter cubed
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and mushrooms. Cook for about 5 minutes. Stir gently. Vegetables should soften but not brown.
Make the Creamy Base
- Add butter to the pan. Let it melt completely. Sprinkle flour over vegetables. Stir well. Cook for one minute. Slowly pour in chicken stock and milk. Stir constantly until thick and smooth.
Add Chicken and Seasoning
- Add shredded chicken into the creamy sauce. Sprinkle thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir gently. Let it simmer for 5 minutes. The filling should be thick and rich.
Prepare the Baking Dish
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour the chicken filling into your baking dish. Spread evenly. Set aside while you prepare the topping.
Make the Cobbler Topping
- In a bowl, mix self-rising flour and cheddar cheese. Add cold butter cubes. Rub butter into flour using your fingers. Add milk slowly. Mix gently to form soft dough.
Add Topping Over Filling
- Spoon small portions of dough over the chicken mixture. Leave small gaps between spoonfuls. This allows steam to escape while baking.
Bake the Cobbler
- Place the dish in the oven. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The topping should turn golden brown. The filling should bubble around the edges.
Rest Before Serving
- Remove from oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. This helps the filling settle. Serve warm and enjoy every bite.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Add peas or sweet corn for extra color.
- Replace cheddar with red Leicester cheese.
- Add a pinch of paprika for smoky flavor.
- Use leftover turkey instead of chicken.
- Make individual portions in small dishes.