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Chicken and Dumplings

Creamy Chicken and Dumplings

A warm, comforting bowl of creamy chicken and dumplings—tender shredded chicken, soft biscuit‑style dumplings, a golden ragout of vegetables and herbs—perfect for a cozy weeknight or nostalgic dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Comfort Food, Main Course
Cuisine American, Southern-Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • shredded rotisserie chicken keeps things easy and juicy
  • onion, carrots & celery (classic trio) finely diced
  • garlic minced
  • butter to sauté and build flavour
  • flour for the roux and dumplings
  • chicken stock for the broth
  • whole milk for creaminess
  • buttermilk lightness & tang for the dumplings

Spices & Herbs

  • baking powder for fluffy dumplings
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • fresh dill adds herby freshness

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: In a large pot, melt some butter and sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
  • Add garlic and let it bloom for a few seconds to fill the kitchen with that warm aroma.
  • Step 2: Add remaining butter and sprinkle in flour to form a roux. Stir until golden and nutty‑smelling.
  • Slowly pour in the chicken stock while stirring to smooth out any lumps. Let the broth thicken.
  • Stir in whole milk, shredded chicken, salt, pepper, and dill. Let simmer gently.
  • Step 5: In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and buttermilk to make the dumpling dough. Mix gently—don’t overwork it.
  • Step 6: Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough onto the simmering soup surface. Do not stir—cover with the lid and let them steam for about 15 minutes.
  • Step 7: Once dumplings are puffed and cooked through, gently ladle into bowls. Sprinkle extra dill or black pepper on top and serve warm.

Notes

This dish is inspired by a cozy rainy‑day moment and a viral kitchen reel. It’s one‑pot, comforting, and forgiving—ideal for making with ease and enjoying without fuss.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2.1mg
Keyword Chicken and Dumplings, creamy, One Pot Meal, weeknight dinner
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