Chicken and Dumplings

Chicken and Dumplings

There’s nothing quite as comforting as a warm bowl of homemade Chicken and Dumplings. Tender shredded chicken is simmered in a rich, creamy broth and topped with soft, fluffy dumplings that cook right in the pot. This comforting recipe from deesviral is made from scratch and makes a satisfying family dinner, especially on a chilly evening.

Ingredients

For the Chicken and Creamy Broth

3 cups cooked chicken, shredded
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

For the Dumplings

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon chopped parsley, optional

Preparation Steps

1. Prepare the Broth

Melt the butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for about 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

2. Make It Creamy

Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the thyme, poultry seasoning, black pepper, and salt. Bring everything to a gentle simmer, then add the milk and heavy cream.

3. Add the Chicken

Stir the shredded chicken into the creamy broth. Reduce the heat to medium-low and allow it to simmer gently for about 5–7 minutes so the chicken absorbs all those savory flavors.

4. Make the Dumpling Dough

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the melted butter and milk. Stir gently just until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Avoid overmixing, as this helps keep the dumplings light and fluffy.

5. Cook the Dumplings

Drop heaping spoonfuls of dumpling dough directly onto the gently simmering chicken mixture. Leave a little space between each dumpling because they will expand as they cook.

Cover the pot tightly and cook over low heat for about 15–18 minutes. Avoid removing the lid while they cook because the trapped steam helps the dumplings become tender and fluffy.

6. Finish and Serve

Check that the centers of the dumplings are fully cooked. Gently stir around them without breaking them apart. Taste the creamy broth and adjust the salt and pepper if needed.

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately while everything is warm and creamy.

Tips for the Best Chicken and Dumplings

Keep the broth at a gentle simmer rather than a rapid boil so the creamy base stays smooth. For extra flavor, cooked rotisserie chicken can also be used. If the broth becomes too thick, simply stir in a small splash of chicken broth or milk before serving.

This Chicken and Dumplings from deesviral brings together juicy chicken, pillowy dumplings, and a flavorful creamy broth in one comforting meal. Serve it warm for an easy homemade dinner everyone can enjoy.