Easy Chicken and Dumplings: A Comforting Family Favorite Recipe
This easy chicken and dumplings recipe is a comforting dish that brings families together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless chicken breasts
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine chicken and broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken, shred, and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and melted butter until combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling mixture into the simmering broth.
- Cover and cook for about 15 minutes.
- Add peas and carrots, and return shredded chicken to the pot. Stir gently.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For a bit of flavor, add herbs like thyme or rosemary.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Easy Chicken and Dumplings, chicken recipes, comfort food