Easy Chicken and Dumplings
A warm and comforting dish featuring tender chicken in a creamy broth with fluffy dumplings, perfect for satisfying any hunger.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken Use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- 1 can chicken broth (15 oz) Use homemade for more flavor if desired.
- 1 cup heavy cream Substitute with low-fat cream for a healthier option.
- 1 cup refrigerated biscuit dough Can use homemade dumplings for a unique twist.
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn) Fresh or frozen vegetables work well.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather Your Ingredients: Start by collecting all the ingredients.
- Cook the Base: In a large pot, pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Turn the heat to medium and stir in the garlic powder and onion powder.
- Add the Vegetables: Once the mixture begins to simmer, toss in the mixed vegetables.
- Incorporate the Chicken: Stir in your shredded cooked chicken, season with salt and pepper, and allow it to simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
- Prepare the Dumplings: Cut the biscuit dough into quarters.
- Drop in the Dumplings: Gently drop the biscuit pieces into the simmering broth.
- Cover and Cook: Cover the pot and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the dumplings are cooked, serve hot.
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Notes
Can be served with a green salad or crusty bread. Sprinkle with fresh herbs for added flavor.