Easy Chicken Dumpling Casserole Recipe
This Chicken and Dumpling Casserole is a hearty, comforting dish with tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a creamy vegetable sauce. It's easy to make with ingredients you likely have on hand, and it comes together in just 40 minutes. Perfect for feeding a crowd or a cozy family dinner, it’s a satisfying meal that you’ll want to make again and again. Simple, flavorful, and filling—this casserole is a true crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup frozen carrot diced
- 1 cup frozen peas
- ½ red onion diced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt and pepper
- 1 egg
- ⅓ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180ºC). Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
- Once the oil is hot, add the frozen carrots, peas, and diced red onion. Cook for about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent.1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 cup frozen carrot, 1 cup frozen peas, ½ red onion
- Sprinkle in the flour and stir to coat the vegetables. Slowly pour in the chicken stock, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. Add the shredded chicken, season with salt and pepper, and stir well to combine everything.3 tablespoons flour, 2 cups chicken stock, 2 cups shredded chicken, ½ teaspoon salt and pepper
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, egg, and milk until you have a smooth dough.1 cup flour, 2 tablespoons baking powder, 1 egg, ⅓ cup milk
- Transfer the chicken mixture to a casserole dish. Use two spoons to form small dough balls from the dumpling mixture and place them on top of the casserole. Gently press them into the chicken mixture. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the dumplings are golden and cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Video
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Notes
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- Frozen Veggies Time Saver: Using frozen carrots and peas saves you prep time without losing any of the fresh flavors. They cook up quickly, and since they’re already diced, you don’t have to worry about chopping or peeling.
- Thickening the Sauce: When you add flour to the veggies before the chicken stock, it creates a roux that helps thicken the sauce. Make sure to stir well so there are no lumps, giving you a nice, creamy texture in the casserole.
- Shredded Chicken Shortcut: Using pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken makes this recipe even quicker. Just shred it with a fork and toss it in. It’s perfect for using up leftovers or saving time on a busy night.
- Dumpling Size: Keep your dumplings on the smaller side—about a tablespoon each. This helps them cook all the way through, staying fluffy inside without being doughy. If they’re too big, they might stay undercooked in the center.
- Season to Taste: Start with the recommended amount of salt and pepper, but feel free to adjust to your liking. Depending on your chicken stock, you may want to reduce the salt or add a bit more for extra flavor. Don’t forget to taste as you go!
- Baking Time Check: After 20 minutes, check the dumplings by inserting a toothpick or skewer into the center. If it comes out clean, they’re done. If not, give them a few extra minutes to ensure they’re fully cooked through.
Nutrition
Calories: 274kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 19gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 875mgPotassium: 374mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 4279IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 285mgIron: 3mg
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