Is lobster pot pie worth it?

Yes — if you want a special-occasion comfort meal that feels restaurant-level. The creamy filling and flaky pastry make it feel luxurious without complicated steps.

Can I use frozen lobster?

Absolutely. Frozen lobster meat or tails work perfectly and are often more reliable than fresh. Just thaw gently and avoid overcooking.

What pastry is best for lobster pot pie?

Puff pastry is the best choice. It’s light, flaky, and keeps the dish from feeling too heavy compared to traditional pie crust.

How do you avoid rubbery lobster?

The key is gentle cooking . Slightly undercook the lobster before baking and let it finish cooking in the oven.

Can I freeze lobster pot pie?

You can freeze the unbaked filling , but lobster doesn’t love freezing after baking. For best texture, assemble and bake fresh.

Easy Lobster Pot Pie (Creamy Filling, Flaky Top)

Description

This Lobster Pot Pie is cozy comfort food with a luxurious twist. Tender lobster is folded into a creamy, flavorful sauce, topped with flaky puff pastry, and baked until golden and bubbling. It’s rich without being heavy, impressive without being stressful — perfect for special lunches, celebrations, or anytime you want to cook something truly memorable.

Ingredients

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1 lb lobster meat (cooked, chopped into bite-size pieces)
3 tbsp unsalted butter
1 small onion, finely diced
2 carrots, finely diced
2 celery stalks, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup seafood broth or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes until soft.
Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sprinkle in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Slowly pour in the broth, stirring until smooth, then add the cream. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and gently fold in the lobster.
Transfer the filling to an oven-safe baking dish.
Lay the puff pastry over the top, trimming excess. Cut a few small steam vents and brush with egg wash.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and deeply golden.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Frozen lobster works perfectly — just thaw gently before using.
Slightly undercook the lobster before baking; it finishes cooking in the oven.
Puff pastry should sit on top of the filling, not pressed down, to stay flaky.
For a lighter version, half lobster and half shrimp can be used.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Lunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 520 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Fat: 34 g
Saturated Fat: 18 g
Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 26 g
Cholesterol: 145 mg