why make this recipe
Honey Butter Biscuits with Pimento Cheese Chicken Salad are a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The warm, fluffy biscuits are just sweet enough, thanks to the honey, and they pair perfectly with the creamy, savory chicken salad. This recipe is easy to follow and makes a perfect dish for any meal, whether it’s breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It also impresses guests at gatherings or picnics.
how to make Honey Butter Biscuits with Pimento Cheese Chicken Salad
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Optional: Fresh herbs for garnish
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup pimento peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 scallions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Hot sauce for extra kick
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt for the biscuits.
- Add the cubed butter to the flour mixture and work it in until you have coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the buttermilk until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pat the dough into a rectangle, then cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mayonnaise, pimento peppers, cheddar cheese, Dijon mustard, scallions, salt, and pepper.
- If you like a little heat, add hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Brush the baked biscuits with honey butter and serve them warm with the chicken salad on top.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
how to serve Honey Butter Biscuits with Pimento Cheese Chicken Salad
Serve these delicious biscuits warm from the oven. Slice the biscuits in half and generously spoon the pimento cheese chicken salad on top. You can serve them with extra honey butter on the side for added sweetness. These biscuits are great for brunch or as a main dish for lunch or dinner.
how to store Honey Butter Biscuits with Pimento Cheese Chicken Salad
Store any leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. If you have leftover chicken salad, keep it in the refrigerator for up to three days. You can reheat the biscuits in the oven to bring back their fluffy texture.
tips to make Honey Butter Biscuits with Pimento Cheese Chicken Salad
- Use cold butter for the biscuits to achieve a fluffier texture.
- Don’t overmix the dough for the biscuits. A few lumps are okay.
- You can add your favorite herbs to the chicken salad for extra flavor.
- If you like more sweetness, you can increase the amount of honey in the biscuits or the chicken salad.
variation
You can switch up the chicken salad by using ham or turkey instead of chicken. For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with chickpeas or tofu. You can also try different cheese varieties, such as pepper jack or cream cheese, to change the flavor profile.
FAQs
1. Can I make the biscuits ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dough, cut out the biscuits, and freeze them. When you’re ready to bake, just pop them in the oven directly from the freezer.
2. Is it necessary to use buttermilk?
Buttermilk adds a nice tang and makes the biscuits softer. If you don’t have buttermilk, you can mix milk with a little vinegar or lemon juice as a substitute.
3. Can I make the chicken salad spicy?
Absolutely! You can add more hot sauce or include chopped jalapeños for an extra kick in the chicken salad.