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Easy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

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This easy Chicken and Dumplings recipe features tender shredded chicken and savory vegetables simmered in a flavorful homemade chicken broth, topped with soft, fluffy dumplings made from a seasoned Bisquick mixture. Perfect for a comforting family dinner, this dish combines simple ingredients with straightforward steps to deliver a hearty, delicious meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Broth

  • 2 large chicken breasts, cooked and shredded (about 3–4 cups)
  • 8 cups water
  • 4 tablespoons Better Than Bouillon Chicken

Vegetables and Seasonings

  • 4 tablespoons salted butter
  • 4 carrots, cut in half lengthwise and then diced (2 ½ to 3 cups)
  • 4 celery stalks, diced (2 ½ to 3 cups)
  • 2 small yellow onions, diced finely (1 ½ cups)
  • ½ cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Dumplings

  • 2 cups Bisquick
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasonings
  • ⅔ cup milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken Broth: In a large bowl, combine water and Better Than Bouillon chicken base to create a flavorful chicken broth. Microwave the mixture for 3 minutes, then remove and stir well. Set aside for use in cooking.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: Heat a large stock pot over medium heat and add the butter, diced carrots, celery, and finely diced onions. Stir to combine and cook for 10 minutes, stirring often to prevent the onions from burning and to soften the vegetables.
  3. Make the Base Sauce: Sprinkle the flour over the cooked vegetables and stir to coat evenly. Slowly pour in the prepared chicken broth while stirring continuously. Bring the mixture to a boil to thicken the sauce.
  4. Add Seasonings and Chicken: Add the shredded chicken along with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly. Reduce heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer gently while preparing dumplings.
  5. Mix the Dumplings: In a separate bowl, combine the Bisquick with salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasonings. Drizzle in the milk gradually and stir gently until the dough is thick and pasty. Avoid overmixing to keep the dumplings tender. Let the batter rest for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Cook the Dumplings: Using a 1 ½ tablespoon cookie scoop, drop portions of the dumpling batter into the simmering chicken mixture. Space the dumplings apart as they will expand during cooking. Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
  7. Flip the Dumplings: Carefully turn each dumpling over without breaking them apart using a gentle touch. Continue to simmer uncovered for an additional 2-3 minutes to finish cooking and slightly brown the bottoms.
  8. Serve: Remove the pot from heat and serve the hearty chicken and dumplings hot for a comforting meal.

Notes

  • Ensure not to overmix the dumpling batter to keep them light and fluffy.
  • Dumplings will expand as they cook, so leave enough space when dropping into the pot.
  • You can substitute Better Than Bouillon with homemade chicken stock or broth if preferred.
  • Use a gentle hand when turning the dumplings to prevent breaking them apart.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.

Keywords: chicken and dumplings, comfort food, easy chicken recipe, homemade dumplings, stovetop chicken stew, creamy chicken soup

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