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Best Hearty Chicken and Dumplings Casserole Twist


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  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A cozy, classic one-pot comfort dish featuring tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a creamy herb-infused broth—perfect for busy weeknights or slow, relaxing weekends.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 celery ribs, diced
  • 2 large carrots, diced
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 5 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 tsp chicken bouillon paste
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/4 tsp dried sage
  • 1/4 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 12 oz evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour (dumplings)
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Sauté celery, carrots, and onion in olive oil 3 minutes; add garlic for 30 seconds. Stir in butter and flour to make a roux.
  2. Whisk in broth and bouillon, then add thyme, sage, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add chicken, bring to a boil, cover, and simmer 10 minutes; remove and shred.
  4. Stir in evaporated milk and peas; let simmer on low.
  5. Mix dumpling ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, milk, sour cream, and melted butter until just combined.
  6. Drop teaspoonfuls of dough into simmering soup; cover and cook 12–15 minutes until fluffy.
  7. Return shredded chicken, stir gently, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

Keep the soup at a gentle simmer when cooking dumplings—boiling too hard can break them apart. Avoid overmixing dough for the fluffiest texture.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 75 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: One-Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg