Description

A comforting and hearty Chicken and Dumplings recipe that features a creamy chicken stew with tender vegetables and fluffy homemade dumplings. This classic one-pot dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or to warm up on a chilly evening.

Ingredients

For the Stew:

1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 small yellow onion (diced)
2 carrots (sliced)
2 celery stalks (sliced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp poultry seasoning
1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
1/2 cup heavy cream

For the Dumplings:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
3 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
3/4 cup whole milk

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Instructions

Prepare the Stew: In a large pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery. Add garlic, flour, chicken broth, chicken, seasonings, then simmer.
Make the Dumplings: Combine dry ingredients, mix in butter and milk to form dough.
Cook the Dumplings: Drop spoonfuls of dough into the stew, simmer covered for 15 minutes.
Finish the Dish: Stir in peas, cream, adjust seasoning, then serve hot.

Notes

Enhance flavor with bay leaf or fresh herbs.
Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
Leftovers thicken and taste even better the next day.