Chicken and dumplings is a classic comfort food dinner perfect for chilly evenings when you’re craving something hearty and satisfying! A creamy veggie-packed chicken stew is topped with fluffy dumplings made with Bisquick.
For Stew: Chicken thighs Unsalted butter Celery Carrots Onion Garlic All-purpose flour Chicken stock Whole milk Corn Thyme Dried parsley Salt & black pepper
For Dumplings: Bisquick Whole milk
Melt butter in a Dutch oven. Add the chicken and cook for about 6 minutes, or until it’s browned on all sides
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Stir in the celery, carrot, onion, and garlic and continue to cook for 5 to 6 minutes more, or until the vegetables are softened.
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Stir in the flour and cook for 4 minutes, continuing to stir as it cooks.
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Slowly pour in the chicken stock and milk, continuing to stir.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then add the corn and spices.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together the Bisquick and milk until a dough forms.
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Roll the dumpling batter into ½-inch balls and drop them into the pot. Cover, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir, then serve.
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What makes chicken and dumplings so good? Well, first of all, it’s a one-pot meal which means less cleanup for you, and you don’t have to worry about juggling a main dish and side dishes while cooking. We love that, right?!
If you’re looking for an easy weeknight dinner that will please the whole family, give this chicken and dumplings recipe a try. It’s the kind of thing even the pickiest of picky eaters will love!