Print
clockclock iconcutlerycutlery iconflagflag iconfolderfolder iconinstagraminstagram iconpinterestpinterest iconfacebookfacebook iconprintprint iconsquaressquares iconheartheart iconheart solidheart solid icon
creamy chicken and dumplings

Creamy Chicken and Dumplings

This creamy chicken and dumplings recipe is comfort food at its finest—tender chicken, fluffy homemade dumplings, and a rich, velvety broth come together in one warm, satisfying bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings or anytime you crave a hearty, soul-soothing meal.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

For the Soup

  • 2 tbsp butter

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 medium onion, diced

  • 2 carrots, sliced

  • 2 celery stalks, sliced

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp dried thyme

  • 1 tsp dried parsley

  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour

  • 6 cups chicken broth

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken

  • 1 cup heavy cream

For the Dumplings

 
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tbsp baking powder

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 3/4 cup whole milk

  • 4 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

  • Sauté the Veggies:
    In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; cook 5–6 minutes. Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and parsley.

  • Build the Base:
    Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir until coated. Slowly pour in chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer.

  • Add Chicken & Cream:
    Stir in shredded chicken and heavy cream. Reduce heat to medium-low.

  • Make the Dumplings:
    In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk and melted butter; stir until a soft dough forms.

  • Cook the Dumplings:
    Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough into the simmering soup. Cover and cook for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid while cooking—this keeps dumplings fluffy.

 

  • Finish & Serve:
    Taste and adjust seasoning. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: One serving
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 26g
ahrefs-site-verification_cb2d2902077a30d58b72c49921b5bc3179d1505ac1848cd914198c5cd392c04a