Chicken and Dumplings
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American

Chicken and Dumplings

Tender chicken and vegetables simmer in a savory broth beneath cloud-soft parsley dumplings. This comforting American classic is built in one pot and finished with a rich, gently thickened gravy.

75 min 6 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
Pat the chicken dry and season it with 1 teaspoon of the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden but not fully cooked, then transfer it to a plate.
2
Add the remaining olive oil to the pot. Saute the onion, carrots, and celery for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent and the vegetables begin to soften.
3
Sprinkle 30 g of the flour over the vegetables and stir for 1 minute, coating them evenly. Gradually pour in the chicken stock while whisking to prevent lumps. Return the chicken and any collected juices to the pot, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a steady simmer.
4
Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, turning the chicken once, until the thickest part reaches 74°C/165°F. Transfer the chicken to a clean plate and shred or cut it into bite-size pieces.
5
While the chicken cooks, whisk the remaining flour, baking powder, remaining salt, and remaining pepper in a bowl. Add the milk and half of the parsley, mixing just until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms; do not overmix.
6
Return the chicken to the simmering stew. Drop 12 rounded spoonfuls of dumpling dough over the surface, leaving small gaps between them. Cover tightly and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid, until the dumplings are puffed and their centers are cooked through.
Fluffy parsley dumplings steaming over chicken stew AI-generated image
7
Remove the lid and test one dumpling with a skewer; it should come out clean. Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning. Scatter over the remaining parsley and serve hot.
Bowl of chicken and dumplings garnished with parsley AI-generated image

Why this recipe works

Browning the chicken builds savory depth, while the flour-coated vegetables lightly thicken the broth. The dumplings cook by steaming above the simmering stew, keeping their centers tender and airy.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Refrigerate cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The dumplings will absorb some broth as they stand.

How to reheat it

Reheat gently in a covered saucepan over medium-low heat until the stew reaches 74°C/165°F, adding a splash of broth or water if needed. Avoid vigorous boiling, which can toughen the dumplings.

Nutrition / serving

382kcal
50.29 gprotein
16.84 gcarbs
11.40 gfat
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Published 14 Aug 2026 · updated 15 Aug 2026