Caroline's Quick Chicken and Dumplings

Cozy up with "Caroline's Quick Chicken and Dumplings," the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. This hearty recipe combines tender bites of chicken, sautéed vegetables, and a rich, velvety broth thickened to perfection. But the real stars are the fluffy, homemade buttermilk dumplings, which cook directly in the pot for an irresistibly soft texture. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is a flavorful blend of classic Southern charm and modern convenience. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and serve it steaming hot for a satisfying, one-pot meal the whole family will love. Perfect for fans of easy chicken recipes, hearty soups, and classic dumplings!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large (boneless, skinless) chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 medium, peeled and sliced carrots
• 2 thinly sliced celery stalks
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup whole milk
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons (divided) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional for garnish) fresh parsley
• 1.5 cups self-rising flour
• 0.75 cup buttermilk

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Add the chicken pieces to the pot and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt and the black pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken begins to brown slightly.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Let cook for 10 minutes to fully cook the chicken.

Step 5

While the broth is simmering, prepare the dumpling dough. In a medium bowl, whisk together the self-rising flour, baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Add the buttermilk and stir until a soft dough forms. Set aside.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour with the milk until smooth. Slowly whisk this mixture into the simmering broth to thicken it. Let the broth simmer for another 2–3 minutes until it has a creamy consistency.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough into the simmering broth. Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings cook undisturbed for 10 minutes. They should puff up and cook through.

Step 8

Remove the pot from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately, ladling the chicken, dumplings, and creamy broth into bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3142.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1951.6

Total Fat 52.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 369.4mg	0%
Sodium 10567.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 226.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 44.0g
Protein 144.8g	0%

Vitamin D 202.5IU	0%
Calcium 1226.7mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 4811.5mg	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: 24.1%

Protein: 29.6%

Carbs: 46.3%