Simply Delicious Chicken and Dumplings
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken, vegetables, and fluffy dumplings in a rich broth, perfect for cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 whole rotisserie chicken (white and dark meat shredded, skin removed) A time-saving ingredient that adds flavor.
- 12 oz frozen mirepoix blend (celery, carrots, and onion)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped) For garnish and added flavor.
- 6 cups chicken broth Low-sodium option is recommended.
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
Dumpling Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup whole milk Can be microwaved with melted butter.
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter For sautéing the vegetables.
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt For seasoning the dumplings.
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a large stockpot over medium-high heat.
- Add the frozen mirepoix blend, chopped parsley, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, thyme, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the cream of chicken soup and chicken broth, mixing well to combine.
- Add the shredded rotisserie chicken and bring to a low boil. Reduce heat to a simmer.
Dumpling Preparation
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, 4 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
- In another bowl, combine 3/4 cup of whole milk and melted butter.
- Pour liquid into the flour mixture and stir until a smooth ball of dough forms.
Cooking
- Drop dumpling dough into the simmering stew, using a cookie scoop to add 15 dumplings.
- Cover the pot and simmer for 25 minutes without peeking.
- Remove the lid and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
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Notes
This dish pairs well with crusty bread or biscuits. Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave or stovetop with added broth.