Quick and Delicious Chicken and Dumplings

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Quick and Delicious Chicken and Dumplings recipe, a hearty classic made easier for busy weeknights! Juicy, tender chunks of chicken and wholesome frozen mixed vegetables swim in a rich, creamy broth made with a quick roux and just the right blend of seasoning. But the real star? The fluffy, made-from-scratch dumplings that cook to perfection right on top of the simmering stew—no extra pots required! Ready in just under an hour, this one-pot wonder is perfect for family dinners and comes together with simple pantry staples, making it as budget-friendly as it is satisfying. Serve hot with freshly chopped parsley for a touch of brightness, and relish every cozy, flavorful bite! Keywords: quick chicken and dumplings, easy comfort food, one-pot recipes, homemade dumplings.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, and corn)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt (for dumplings)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (for dumplings)
• 0.5 cup whole milk (for dumplings)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized chunks and set aside.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, until lightly browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the all-purpose flour and whisk for 1-2 minutes until bubbling, forming a roux.

Step 4

Slowly add the chicken broth while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Then stir in the milk.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the cooked chicken, frozen mixed vegetables, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

While the soup simmers, make the dumplings. In a medium bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and milk until just combined to form a dough.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough onto the simmering soup (make sure they’re evenly spaced). Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings cook for 12-15 minutes without disturbing them. They should be puffy and cooked through.

Step 8

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2152.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1621.5

Total Fat 23.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 402.1mg	0%
Sodium 7483.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 29.9g
Protein 169.5g	0%

Vitamin D 62IU	0%
Calcium 389.7mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 3248.3mg	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: 13.4%

Protein: 42.3%

Carbs: 44.2%