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Cajun Seafood Pot Pie

A delightful blend of creamy goodness and zesty flavors, combining succulent seafood with a rich, creamy filling encased in a perfectly golden crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound assorted seafood (shrimp, crab, or fish), chopped
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup diced bell pepper
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups seafood or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 pre-made pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • for garnish Fresh parsley optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onions, bell peppers, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and Cajun seasoning, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Thickening the Sauce
  1. Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables, stirring to combine.
  2. Gradually pour in the seafood broth while continuously stirring to avoid lumps. Let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Adding Seafood and Cream
  1. Stir in the chopped seafood and heavy cream. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the seafood is cooked through and the sauce is thick and creamy.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assembling the Pot Pie
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pour the seafood mixture into a pie plate and cover it with the pie crust, trimming any excess and crimping the edges to seal.
  3. Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
Baking
  1. Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
  2. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.

Notes

Choose a mix of your favorite seafood types for a personalized touch. Adjust the Cajun seasoning to your spice preference. Blind-bake the crust for about 10 minutes before adding the filling to avoid soggy crusts.