Easy Chicken and Dumplings
A heartwarming dish perfect for chilly nights, featuring tender chicken and fluffy dumplings in a creamy broth.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts Juicy and tender, forms the protein-packed base.
- 4 cups chicken broth Rich and aromatic for depth of flavor.
- 1 cup carrots, diced Sweet and colorful, adding nutrition.
- 1 cup celery, diced Perfect aromatic base.
- 1 small onion, chopped For savory sweetness.
- 2 cups frozen peas Adds color and texture.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Elevates flavors.
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme Classic herb for earthiness.
- to taste salt and pepper To season.
For the Dumplings
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Basis for fluffy dumplings.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder Helps dumplings rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
- 1 cup milk Adds creaminess.
- 1/4 cup butter, melted For light texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, combine the chicken, chicken broth, diced carrots, diced celery, chopped onion, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, about 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks, then return to the pot.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk and melted butter until just combined.
Cooking
- Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter into the simmering broth. Cover the pot and cook for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, add the frozen peas, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through and puffed up.
Serving
- Serve hot and enjoy each spoonful of this warm and hearty dish.
Notes
For best results, shred chicken while warm and use fresh vegetables. Don’t overmix the dumpling batter, and cover the pot to ensure fluffy dumplings.