Description
This Easy Chicken and Dumplings recipe offers a comforting, hearty dish featuring tender shredded chicken, savory vegetables, and fluffy biscuit dumplings simmered in a creamy broth. Perfect for a cozy family meal, it combines simple ingredients into a flavorful classic American stew.
Ingredients
Scale
Base and Vegetables
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Broth and Seasoning
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional for creaminess)
Protein
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works well)
Dumplings and Garnish
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough, cut into small pieces
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion, sliced carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until aromatic, being careful not to burn it.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Add shredded chicken, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and frozen peas. Stir to combine everything evenly and maintain a gentle simmer.
- Add Cream (Optional): If using, stir in the heavy cream at this stage to create a richer, creamier broth that enhances the stew’s smooth texture.
- Add Dumplings: Gently add the biscuit dough pieces directly into the simmering soup. Press them lightly into the liquid so they are partially submerged.
- Simmer Dumplings: Cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes without lifting the lid, allowing the dumplings to cook through and puff up to a light, fluffy texture.
- Finish and Serve: Once dumplings are cooked, gently stir the stew to combine. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor. Serve the chicken and dumplings warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
- You can make your own dumplings from scratch if preferred instead of using refrigerated biscuit dough.
- Add a splash of lemon juice at the end for a bright, fresh finish to the dish.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
