Maple Ginger Chicken Drop Biscuits (Print)

Savoury biscuits with chicken, ginger, and maple; delicious comfort food made in under 40 minutes.

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour

02 - 1 tablespoon baking powder

03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

04 - 1 teaspoon salt

05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

07 - 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

08 - 2/3 cup cold buttermilk

09 - 1 large egg

10 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

11 - 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced

12 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh ginger

13 - 2 green onions, finely sliced

14 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

15 - 2 tablespoons melted butter

16 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground ginger, and black pepper.

03 - Add cold butter cubes and use a pastry blender or fork to cut in until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.

04 - Whisk together buttermilk, egg, and maple syrup in a separate bowl.

05 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir gently until combined and a shaggy dough forms.

06 - Add chicken, fresh ginger, green onions, and cheddar cheese if using; fold in lightly, avoiding overmixing.

07 - Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, drop eight equal portions of dough onto the baking sheet with space between each.

08 - Bake for 16–18 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown on top.

09 - While biscuits bake, combine melted butter and maple syrup for brushing in a small bowl.

10 - Remove biscuits from oven and immediately brush tops with maple butter. Serve warm.

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Biscuits are best enjoyed fresh right after baking for maximum flavor and texture
You can make these ahead and reheat in a toaster oven for a quick snack

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