Oven Chicken and Dumplings Homemade Gourmet

Indulge in the comfort of 'Oven Chicken and Dumplings Homemade Gourmet,' a high-quality twist on a classic Southern favorite that's perfect for any crowd-pleasing dinner. This hearty, one-pot dish features tender, seared chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy vegetable medley of onions, carrots, and celery, infused with fragrant thyme and a touch of garlic. Topped with golden, fluffy buttermilk dumplings, made from scratch with cold butter for a flaky texture, this oven-baked recipe delivers layers of flavor and comforting aromas straight from your kitchen. With its balance of creamy, savory, and herbaceous notes, it’s a gourmet take on traditional chicken and dumplings that’s easy to prepare yet impressive to serve. Perfect for family dinners or casual entertaining, this dish is a must-try for fans of homestyle cooking with gourmet flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2 stalks, diced celery
• 2 medium, diced carrot
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt (for dumplings)
• 4 tablespoons, diced unsalted butter (cold)
• 0.75 cup buttermilk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden. Remove and set aside; they will finish cooking in the oven.

Step 5

In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots, then sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Sprinkle the flour evenly over the vegetables, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.

Step 8

Gradually stir in the chicken broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 9

Add the milk, frozen peas, thyme leaves, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.

Step 10

Nestle the seared chicken breasts back into the skillet, making sure they're mostly submerged in the creamy mixture.

Step 11

Cover and place the skillet in the preheated oven. Bake for 25 minutes.

Step 12

While the chicken is baking, prepare the dumpling dough. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt.

Step 13

Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 14

Stir in the buttermilk just until combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 15

After 25 minutes of baking, remove the skillet from the oven and discard the bay leaf.

Step 16

Using a spoon, dollop the dumpling dough evenly over the chicken mixture, creating 8-10 dumplings.

Step 17

Return the skillet to the oven, uncovered, and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the dumplings are puffed and golden brown.

Step 18

Remove the skillet from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2507.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2533.9

Total Fat 126.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 556.8mg	0%
Sodium 7724.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 175.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.6g	0%
Total Sugars 44.0g
Protein 175.4g	0%

Vitamin D 230.5IU	0%
Calcium 807.7mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 2639.3mg	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: 44.7%

Protein: 27.6%

Carbs: 27.6%