Description
Stovetop Chicken and Dumplings is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days. This recipe features tender chicken simmered in a rich broth with fluffy dumplings that are quick and easy to prepare. Aromatic herbs and fresh vegetables elevate the dish, making it not only a hearty meal but also a delightful experience. Enjoy this classic dish that brings warmth and joy to your table, making every bite feel like a cozy hug!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 cup milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Chop carrots, celery, onion, and garlic finely.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in diced chicken with carrots and celery; cook until chicken is white on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth while scraping the bottom of the pot. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley; bring to a gentle boil.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, milk, melted butter, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough into the bubbling broth; cover tightly and reduce heat to low.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes without lifting the lid until dumplings are fluffy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg