Easy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
Introduction
Easy Chicken and Dumplings is a comforting classic that combines tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and hearty vegetables in a savory broth. This simple recipe is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner that feels like a warm hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cracked pepper
- 3 cups milk
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 1/2 cups frozen peas and carrots
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (around 16 ounces)
Instructions
- Step 1: Dice the chicken breasts into small bite-sized chunks and add them to a large soup pot.
- Step 2: Pour in the chicken broth and add poultry seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and cracked pepper.
- Step 3: Bring the liquid to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to a simmer.
- Step 4: While the soup is heating, open the biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into 8 pieces. Set aside.
- Step 5: In a bowl, whisk together the milk and flour until smooth and frothy, with no lumps.
- Step 6: Slowly pour the milk mixture into the soup, stirring constantly until combined. Stir in the frozen peas and carrots.
- Step 7: Let the soup return to a simmer, then add all the biscuit pieces. Stir briefly, cover the pot, and simmer for 10 minutes or until dumplings are cooked through and tender.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, use homemade chicken broth or add a splash of white wine when cooking the chicken.
- Swap the refrigerated biscuit dough with homemade dumpling dough for a traditional touch.
- Add herbs like thyme or parsley for a fresh finish.
- Use leftover cooked chicken instead of raw to reduce cooking time.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Avoid freezing as dumplings may become mushy upon thawing.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other vegetables in this recipe?
Yes, you can substitute or add vegetables like corn, green beans, or diced potatoes to customize your chicken and dumplings.
How do I know when the dumplings are done?
The dumplings are ready when they have puffed up, are tender to the fork, and no longer doughy in the center. This usually takes about 10 minutes of simmering.
PrintEasy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
A comforting and easy-to-make Chicken and Dumplings recipe featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a flavorful broth with fluffy biscuit dumplings, peas, and carrots. Perfect for a cozy family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Chicken and Broth
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cracked pepper
Dumplings and Vegetables
- 3 cups milk
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 1/2 cups frozen peas and carrots
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (around 16 ounces)
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Dice the chicken breasts into small bite-sized chunks and add them to a large soup pot.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth, then add the poultry seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and cracked pepper to the pot.
- Simmer the Soup Base: Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
- Prepare Biscuits: While the soup heats, open the biscuit dough package and cut each biscuit into 8 pieces. Set aside the cut pieces.
- Make Milk and Flour Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk the milk and flour together until the mixture is smooth and frothy without any lumps.
- Add Milk Mixture and Vegetables: Slowly pour the milk and flour mixture into the simmering soup, stirring constantly to combine. Then stir in the frozen peas and carrots.
- Cook Dumplings: Allow the soup to return to a simmer, then add all the biscuit pieces into the soup. Give a gentle stir, cover the pot, and simmer for 10 minutes or until the dumplings are cooked through and tender.
Notes
- Using boneless skinless chicken breasts ensures faster cooking and easy shredding.
- Cutting the biscuit dough into smaller pieces helps them cook evenly and become fluffy dumplings.
- Make sure to whisk the flour and milk until smooth to prevent lumps in the soup.
- You can substitute frozen mixed vegetables with fresh if preferred.
- For a thicker soup, adjust the amount of flour slightly, but be cautious as the biscuits will thicken the broth as they cook.
Keywords: chicken and dumplings, easy chicken soup, comfort food, quick chicken recipe, biscuit dumplings
