Description
Craving a cozy, comforting meal that doesn’t take all day? This Quick Chicken and Dumplings recipe is the perfect solution. With tender shredded chicken, soft biscuit-style dumplings, and a creamy seasoned broth, this dish feels like a warm hug. It’s an easy dinner recipe for busy weeknights and makes a fantastic addition to your favorite food ideas list. From quick comfort food to hearty, easy dinner ideas—this one’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 can refrigerated biscuit dough
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or poultry seasoning
Instructions
1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw taste.
3. Gradually pour in chicken broth while whisking until smooth.
4. Stir in milk, thyme or seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a low simmer.
5. Cut biscuit dough into small squares. Drop into simmering broth, stirring gently.
6. Simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes until dumplings are cooked through.
7. Add shredded chicken and simmer for 5 more minutes.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Make sure dumplings simmer uncovered to prevent them from getting mushy.
Add a splash of extra broth or milk when reheating leftovers for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 970mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg