Creamy Chicken and Dumplings

Comfort FoodChickenDumplings
Prep: 25m
Cook: 40m
Total: 65m
Medium

About this Dish

A classic comfort dish with tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a rich, creamy broth.

Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • chicken thighs2pounds(boneless, skinless)
  • onion1(chopped)
  • carrots3(sliced)
  • celery2stalks(sliced)
  • chicken broth5cups
  • heavy cream1cup
  • butter2tablespoons
  • flour0.5cup
  • baking powder1tablespoon

Seasonings

  • salt1teaspoon
  • black pepper1teaspoon
  • thyme0.5teaspoon
  • parsley0.5teaspoon

Equipment

  • dutch oven
  • mixing bowl
  • wooden spoon

Steps

Step 1

Prepare Ingredients

10 min
  • Chop all vegetables as specified.
  • Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Checkpoints

  • Vegetables are chopped.
  • Chicken is cut.
Step 2

Cook Chicken and Vegetables

15 minHeat: Medium
  • Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add chicken, sauté until no longer pink.

Checkpoints

  • Chicken is no longer pink.
Step 3

Create the Base

5 minHeat: Medium-low
  • Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to coat.
  • Gradually stir in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  • Add salt, pepper, and herbs, then stir in heavy cream.

Checkpoints

  • Broth is simmering.
Step 4

Make and Add Dumplings

15 minHeat: Low
  • In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and water to make a soft dough.
  • Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering stew.
  • Cover and cook for 10 minutes until dumplings are cooked through.

Checkpoints

  • Dumplings are cooked through.

Notes

  • For fluffier dumplings, do not uncover during cooking.

Warnings

  • Ensure chicken is fully cooked before serving.

Serving Suggestions

  • Coleslaw
  • Cornbread
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