Quick Easy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Craving a warm, hearty meal but short on time? This Quick and Easy Chicken and Dumplings recipe is the perfect solution. Made with tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a creamy broth, it’s a comforting dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a cozy weekend, this recipe delivers all the flavor with minimal effort.

The first time I made this Chicken and Dumplings, I needed a quick dinner for my family after a long day. I used pantry staples and a shortcut for the dumplings, and it turned out so delicious that my husband thought I’d been cooking all afternoon! My daughter calls it “chicken clouds,” and now it’s a staple whenever we need something warm and satisfying in a pinch.

Why You’ll Love Quick and Easy Chicken and Dumplings

•Quick to Make: Ready in under 30 minutes.

•Simple Ingredients: Uses pantry staples and rotisserie chicken.

•Comforting and Hearty: Perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a comforting meal.

•Family-Friendly: Loved by kids and adults alike.

Ingredients Notes For Chicken and Dumplings

•Chicken: Rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken for convenience.

•Broth: Chicken broth or stock for a flavorful base.

•Vegetables: Diced carrots, celery, and onion add texture and flavor.

•Dumplings: Biscuit dough (store-bought or homemade) for quick, fluffy dumplings.

•Cream: Heavy cream or milk for a rich, creamy broth.

•Seasonings: Thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to enhance the flavors.

Recipe Steps

1.Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add diced carrots, celery, and onion, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

2.Add Broth and Chicken: Stir in chicken broth, shredded chicken, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.

3.Prepare Dumplings: While the broth is simmering, cut biscuit dough into small pieces (about 1-inch squares) or pinch off pieces by hand.

4.Cook Dumplings: Drop the biscuit dough pieces into the simmering broth. Cover the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the dumplings are puffed and cooked through.

5.Add Cream: Stir in heavy cream or milk for a creamy finish. Adjust seasoning as needed.

6.Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.

Storage Options

•Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave.

•Freezer: Freeze the chicken and broth mixture (without the dumplings) for up to 2 months. Thaw, reheat, and add dumplings fresh when serving.

Variations & Substitutions

•Use frozen mixed vegetables for even faster prep.

•Add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne for a spicy kick.

•Swap biscuit dough for homemade dumplings or canned crescent roll dough.

Quick Easy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

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Course: Main Course

Kitchen: American, Comfort Food

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Ingredients

 

• ▢ For the Soup:
• ▢ 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• ▢ 1 medium onion diced
• ▢ 2 medium carrots diced
• ▢ 2 celery stalks diced
• ▢ 3 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie chicken works great
• ▢ 6 cups chicken broth
• ▢ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ▢ 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• ▢ Salt and black pepper to taste
• ▢ For the Dumplings:
• ▢ 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ▢ 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ▢ 1 teaspoon salt
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley optional
• ▢ 3/4 cup whole milk
• ▢ 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted

Instructions

• Make the Soup:
• Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
• Add Broth and Seasonings: Stir in the chicken broth, garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
• Make the Dumplings:
• Prepare Dumpling Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and parsley (if using). Stir in the milk and melted butter until a soft dough forms.
• Combine:
• Add Chicken: Stir the shredded chicken into the soup and bring it back to a simmer.
• Drop Dumplings: Using a spoon, drop small spoonfuls of the dumpling dough onto the surface of the simmering soup. Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings cook for 12-15 minutes, or until they are puffed and cooked through.
• Serve:
• Serve Hot: Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving gets some dumplings and chicken.