Oven Chicken and Dumpling Casserole

Warm, comforting, and irresistibly hearty, this Oven Chicken and Dumpling Casserole is the ultimate one-dish meal your family will love. Tender shredded chicken, vibrant mixed vegetables, and a rich, creamy sauce come together under a blanket of fluffy, golden dumplings, all baked to perfection in the oven. With a straightforward roux-based sauce and a no-fuss homemade dumpling batter, this casserole is as easy to make as it is satisfying to eat. Ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or family gatherings, it’s a true comfort food classic that showcases bold flavors and textures in every bite. Plus, the use of simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like chicken broth, milk, and all-purpose flour means it’s budget-friendly too! Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and take this casserole from oven to table in under an hour.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour (for dumplings)
• 0.5 cup milk (for dumplings)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted for dumplings)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 12–15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked. Remove the chicken, shred it using two forks, and set aside.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet or casserole dish, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Stir in 3 tablespoons of flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a roux.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and 1 cup of milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the mixture thickens.

Step 5

Stir in the shredded chicken, frozen mixed vegetables, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

To prepare the dumpling batter, whisk together the flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and chopped parsley in a bowl. Add 0.5 cup of milk and 2 tablespoons of melted butter, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be thick.

Step 7

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dumpling batter on top of the chicken and vegetable mixture in the casserole dish, spacing them evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes or until the dumplings are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, garnish with extra fresh parsley for presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2001.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2410.6

Total Fat 95.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 514.6mg	0%
Sodium 5418.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 31.0g
Protein 159.5g	0%

Vitamin D 189.1IU	0%
Calcium 693.7mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 2892.1mg	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: 35.7%

Protein: 26.7%

Carbs: 37.6%