Description
This Chicken and Dumplings recipe is a warm, comforting, and creamy dish, featuring tender chicken, fluffy homemade dumplings, and a rich, savory broth. Perfect for cold nights, family dinners, or when you need a little comfort food! 🍗🥣✨
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Soup:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 2 celery stalks (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for thickening)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great!)
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or whole milk (for extra creaminess, optional)
For the Dumplings:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional, for flavor)
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley or thyme (optional, for herby flavor)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Soup Base
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add onions, carrots, and celery, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over the veggies and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth, stirring until smooth.
- Add shredded chicken, salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream or milk for extra creaminess (optional).
Step 2: Make the Dumplings
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder (if using), and dried herbs.
- Stir in milk and melted butter until just combined—do not overmix. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
Step 3: Cook the Dumplings
- Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop dumpling dough into the simmering soup.
- Cover the pot and let dumplings cook for 12-15 minutes, or until they are puffy and cooked through (no raw dough inside).
Step 4: Serve & Enjoy!
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve hot and enjoy this creamy, hearty, and comforting meal!
Notes
Thicker Soup: Simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes to reduce broth before adding dumplings.- Shortcut Dumplings: Use canned biscuit dough—just cut into small pieces and drop into the simmering soup.
- Make it Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.