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Quick Creamy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe with Biscuit Dough Easy and Perfect

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A quick and easy creamy chicken and dumplings dish made with biscuit dough, perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights. This comforting recipe combines tender chicken, rich cream, and fluffy biscuit dough dumplings for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (300g) cooked chicken, shredded or chopped (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 1 can (16 oz / 450g) refrigerated biscuit dough (Pillsbury recommended)
  • 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth, low sodium preferred
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream (can substitute half-and-half or coconut milk)
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup (130g) carrots, diced (optional)
  • 1 cup (100g) celery, diced (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons (24g) all-purpose flour
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh, chopped)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the chicken and veggies: shred or chop cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces; dice onion, carrots, and celery finely.
  2. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Sprinkle flour evenly over the veggies and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook out raw flour taste and start thickening the base.
  4. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Stir in shredded chicken, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for about 3 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Add heavy cream and stir until sauce is creamy and smooth. Open biscuit dough can and separate dough into individual pieces; cut each piece into halves or thirds for bite-sized dumplings.
  7. Gently drop biscuit dough pieces on top of simmering sauce. Cover with a tight-fitting lid, reduce heat to low, and let dumplings cook undisturbed for 12-15 minutes.
  8. Check dumplings for doneness; they should be puffed and cooked through with no doughy centers. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.

Notes

Do not lift the lid while dumplings cook to keep them fluffy and tender. If sauce thickens too much, stir in a splash of broth or water. Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and smoky flavor. For gluten-free, use gluten-free biscuit dough or flour blends. For dairy-free, substitute cream with coconut milk and butter with dairy-free alternatives.

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Keywords: chicken and dumplings, creamy chicken, biscuit dough dumplings, quick dinner, comfort food, easy chicken recipe

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