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Lobster Pot Pie

Lobster Pot Pie: Comfort in Every Creamy, Flaky Bite

Lobster Pot Pie is a comforting dish filled with succulent lobster, creamy filling, and a flaky crust—perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups chopped lobster meat use fresh or high-quality frozen
  • 1 cup heavy cream substitute with half-and-half for lighter dish
  • 1 cup chicken or seafood stock homemade preferred
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter for richer taste
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large carrot, diced
  • 1 stalk celery, diced
  • 1 cup frozen peas fresh when in season
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped dried thyme can replace if fresh unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice always use fresh juice
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper freshly ground recommended
For the Crust
  • 2 pie crusts pre-made or homemade
  • 1 egg beaten for egg wash

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • 9-inch pie dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add 1 diced carrot and 1 diced celery stalk to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup of chicken or seafood stock. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the filling thickens.
  5. Gently fold in 2 cups of lobster meat and 1 cup of frozen peas. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh thyme, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
  7. Fit one pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, pour in the lobster filling, and cover with the second crust, sealing the edges.
  8. Brush the top crust with beaten egg for a golden finish.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  10. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This recipe can be customized using crab or shrimp as variations. Always use quality ingredients to enhance flavor.

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