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Delicious bowl of Chicken and Dumplings with savory broth and fluffy dumplings.

Chicken and Dumplings

A comforting dish of tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and fluffy dumplings that evokes nostalgia and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Vegetables
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts Use high-quality chicken for the best flavor.
  • 4 cups chicken broth (homemade or low-sodium)
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Dumplings
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup milk Can substitute with plant-based milk.
  • ½ cup sour cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • ¼ cup butter, melted

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, add the chicken breasts and pour in the chicken broth. Bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  2. Stir in the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pot and allow it to cool slightly before shredding it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken back into the pot.
Making the Dumplings
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Then add in the milk, sour cream, and melted butter, mixing until just combined.
  2. Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture on top of the simmering chicken mixture in the pot. Cover the pot and let the dumplings steam for about 15 minutes until they've puffed up and are cooked through.
Serving
  1. Give everything a gentle stir, check seasoning, and serve hot!

Notes

Use leftover rotisserie chicken to skip the boiling step. For healthier versions, consider using whole wheat flour for dumplings. These can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.