Description

Chicken and dumplings with biscuits is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy family dinners or chilly evenings. This dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich broth, complemented by fluffy dumplings that soak up all the savory goodness. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s sure to become a beloved favorite at your table.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
2 large carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 cup whole milk
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp dried thyme

Instructions

Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté onion, celery, and carrots until tender.
Add chicken and pour in the broth. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme; bring to a gentle boil.
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, milk, melted butter, and salt until just mixed.
Reduce heat to medium-low. Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter into the simmering stew.
Cover tightly and steam for about 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
Check that dumplings are cooked through before serving in bowls.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stewing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Customize with your favorite vegetables like peas or corn. For extra flavor, add fresh herbs just before serving.