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If you are looking for the Best Comfort Food, make Chicken and Dumplings. Hearty chicken stew is topped with fluffy dumplings for a delicious meal idea.

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Chicken and Dumplings make the best meal idea. Chicken soup is loaded with chopped veggies in a savory broth. It is then topped with dropped dumplings to make the ultimate comfort food.

If you have made our Cracker Barrel Chicken and Dumplings, Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings or Easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings Recipe then you are going to love this stovetop recipe.

Why We Love Chicken and Dumplings

We love how simple this classic chicken and dumplings recipe is. The flavor is amazing and the chicken cooks so tender. You can easily add the chopped vegetables you prefer and change the spices.

We have even made this recipe with leftover shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken for a delicious variation. Everyone loves this comfort food dish and is my go-to recipe on a cold day.

Ingredients

Ingredients for a comforting chicken pot pie soup recipe, reminiscent of chicken and dumplings, include tender chicken breasts, chopped carrots, peas, celery, onions, garlic, butter, flour, milk, chicken broth, water, and seasonings—all arranged in measuring cups and bowls on a light surface.

Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.

How to Make Chicken and Dumplings

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Step 1 – Melt the 5 tbsp of butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium high heat.  Add in the onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are soft. 

A pot containing chopped carrots, celery, and onions sautés with a wooden spoon resting inside. The mixture starts to brown as tender chicken pieces join the medley, simmering away. Imagine fluffy dumplings soon completing this hearty dish on a light-colored surface.

Step 2 – Add in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until aromatic. 

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Step 3 – Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. 

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Step 4 – Gradually add in the chicken broth and water, stirring to combine. 

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Step 5 – Bring the mixture to a boil. Stir in the skinless chicken breasts, Worcestershire sauce, tsp kosher salt, pepper and dried thyme leaves.

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Step 6 – Simmer on low for approximately 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken, shred and return it back to the pan. 

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Step 7 – Stir in the half and half and frozen peas and allow them to cook while you prepare the dumplings.  

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Step 8 – Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and thyme together in a medium bowl.  

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Step 9 – Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the milk and melted butter. Stir together with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. 

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Step 10 – Use a cookie scoop to drop the dumpling batter into the soup. Do not overlap the dumplings. 

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Step 11 – Once the dumplings are added to the pan, gently push them down into the soup so that a small amount of liquid covers them. 

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Step 12 – Bring the mixture to a low simmer. Cover and cook the dumplings for 15 minutes with the lid on the pan. Do not remove the lid during this cook time. 

  • Step 13 – After this time, check the doneness of the dumplings by inserting a toothpick into the center of a dumpling to ensure that the toothpick comes out clean. If the dumplings are not done, continue to cook, covered for a few more minutes until cooked through. 
  • Step 14 – Once the dumplings are cooked through, serve warm topped with parsley and enjoy! 

Expert Tips

  • Chopping Veggies – This recipe calls for chopped stalk celery, carrots and onions. To ensure that they are about the same size, we like to use a vegetable chopper.
  • Scooping Dumplings – We like to use a cooking scoop to make the dumplings to place in the soup.
  • Cooking Chicken and Dumplings – After you have placed the dumplings in the soup, make sure to keep the pot covered. This allows them to steam so the dumplings are fully cooked.

Can You Overcook Dumplings?

Yes, it is possible to overcook the dumplings and they will start to fall apart in the soup. For the best results, follow the recipes cooking time.

What Kind of Dumplings Are There?

When making chicken dumplings there are 3 different ways that the dumplings can be prepared.

  • Drop Dumplings – This is the traditional way of making dumplings and what we used for this recipe.
  • Rolled Dumplings – This is the process of rolling out the dough and using a cookie cutter to cut the dough into shapes. The shapes are then cooked in broth.
  • Biscuit Dumplings – Use a biscuit recipe or refrigerated biscuit dough to make the dumplings.
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What to Serve with Chicken and Dumplings?

Chicken and Dumplings is a complete meal but we often serve with additional side dish recipes. Here are some easy ideas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Did My Dumplings Not Cook Through?

Make sure to keep the lid on the pot closed cooking. This helps to ensure the dumplings cook completely in the chicken soup.

How to Store Leftover Chicken and Dumplings

Store the leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Can I Freeze Chicken and Dumplings?

Yes, you can place chicken and dumplings in the freezer for an easy storage option. Place in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight when ready to serve. The consistency of the chicken soup maybe a little bit thinner after thawing.

How to Reheat Chicken and Dumplings

Reheat the leftovers in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

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More Easy Comfort Food Recipes

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Chicken and Dumplings

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If you are looking for the Best Comfort Food, make Chicken and Dumplings. Hearty chicken stew is topped with fluffy dumplings for a delicious meal idea.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 6
Cuisine American
Course Main Course
Calories 634

Ingredients

For the Dumplings:

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Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a large pot or dutch oven over medium high heat.  Add in the onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
  • Add in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
  • Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Gradually add in the chicken broth and water, stirring to combine.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil. Stir in the chicken, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and dried thyme leaves.
  • Simmer on low for approximately 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken, shred and return it back to the pan.
  • Stir in the half and half and frozen peas and allow them to cook while you prepare the dumplings.

For the Dumplings:

  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and thyme together in a mixing bowl.
  • Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the milk and melted butter.
  • Stir together with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined.
  • Use a cookie scoop to drop the dumpling dough into the soup. Do not overlap the dumplings.
  • Once the dumplings are added to the pan, gently push them down into the soup so that a small amount of liquid covers them.
  • Bring the mixture to a low simmer. Cover and cook the dumplings for 15 minutes with the lid on the pan. Do not remove the lid during this cook time.
  • After this time, check the doneness of the dumplings by inserting a toothpick into the center of a dumpling to ensure that the toothpick comes out clean. If the dumplings are not done, continue to cook, covered for a few more minutes until cooked through.
  • Once the dumplings are cooked through, serve warm topped with parsley and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 634kcal, Carbohydrates 48g, Protein 42g, Fat 30g, Saturated Fat 17g, Polyunsaturated Fat 2g, Monounsaturated Fat 8g, Trans Fat 1g, Cholesterol 170mg, Sodium 1998mg, Potassium 908mg, Fiber 3g, Sugar 7g, Vitamin A 4591IU, Vitamin C 8mg, Calcium 271mg, Iron 4mg

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  1. Susan says:

    This is essentially the same recipe my mom used 70 years ago, and was passed down from my grandmother. The only difference was, she used Italian seasoning in place of thyme.We kids fought over seconds of the dumplings. Making dumplings is so much tastier than using canned biscuits, and doesn’t take much time. It’s worth the small effort.