Better Homes Chicken Stew with Dumplings

Warm, hearty, and irresistibly comforting, Better Homes Chicken Stew with Dumplings is the ultimate one-pot meal for cozy nights. This recipe combines tender, seared chicken thighs, vibrant carrots, celery, and peas, all simmered in a rich, aromatic broth infused with garlic, thyme, and bay leaves. The show-stopping homemade dumplings—fluffy, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious—are the perfect topper, adding a delightful texture to every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this dish is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare, making it ideal for family dinners or winter gatherings. Whether you're a fan of classic chicken recipes or crave a timeless take on a stew, this dish will warm your soul with every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion (diced)
• 3 medium Carrots (sliced into rounds)
• 2 Celery stalks (chopped)
• 3 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tbsp Flour
• 4 cups Chicken broth
• 2 Bay leaves
• 1 tsp Dried thyme
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour (for dumplings)
• 1.5 tsp Baking powder
• 0.5 tsp Salt (for dumplings)
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter (melted)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 2

Heat a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sear the chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 6

Gradually pour in 4 cups of chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Add the seared chicken thighs back into the pot along with the bay leaves and dried thyme. Cover and simmer for 25 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 8

While the stew is simmering, prepare the dumplings. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1.5 teaspoons of baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt.

Step 9

Stir in 0.5 cup of whole milk and 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter until a sticky dough forms.

Step 10

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot, shred it into bite-sized pieces, and return it to the stew. Stir in 1 cup of frozen peas.

Step 11

Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough onto the simmering stew, spacing them evenly. Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings cook undisturbed for 15 minutes, or until they are fluffy and cooked through.

Step 12

Remove the bay leaves, taste the stew, and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 13

Serve the chicken stew hot with a dumpling in each bowl. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2320.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2489.1

Total Fat 81.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 756.3mg	0%
Sodium 6303.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 201.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 225.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 423.2mg	0%
Iron 19.7mg	0%
Potassium 3498.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.1%

Protein: 36.9%

Carbs: 33.0%