easy chicken and dumplings with biscuits

Author of this recipe: Toby Covell

Easy Chicken & Dumplings with Biscuits | Quick weeknight dinner | Keywords: chicken dumplings, biscuits, comfort food, one-pot meal.

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Ingredients

• - Chicken breasts or thighs (main ingredient)
• - Frozen mixed vegetables (key ingredient)
• - Onion, diced (important flavoring)
• - Carrot, peeled and chopped (adds color and nutrition)
• - Celery stalks, sliced (essential for flavor)
• - Chicken broth (core component)
• - Salt (to taste) - keywords: seasoning
• - Black pepper (to taste) - keywords: spice
• - All-purpose flour (for dumplings) - keywords: dough ingredient
• - Baking powder (for leavening) - keywords: rising agent
• - Warm water (mix with dry ingredients for dough) - keywords: liquid
• - Butter or margarine (for biscuits) - keywords: spread, fat
• - Bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) - keywords: quick rise
• - Salt (additional seasoning for biscuits) - keywords: flavoring
• - Milk (mixture to bind biscuit ingredients) - keywords: liquid
• - Eggs (optional, for richer texture) - keywords: binding agent
• - Chives or parsley (for garnish and extra flavor) - keywords: herbs
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Steps

1. ### Easy Chicken and Dumplings with Biscuits: A Comforting Home Cook's Delight
3. Chicken and dumplings is a classic comfort food that warms the soul and satisfies the belly. This recipe combines tender chicken pieces in a rich broth with homemade biscuits, making it perfect for any cozy evening meal. Follow these detailed steps to create an easy yet delicious version of this dish.
5. #### Ingredients
7. - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
8. - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
9. - 1 medium onion, chopped
10. - 3 cloves garlic, minced
11. - 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
12. - 2 stalks celery, sliced
13. - 1 carrot, peeled and grated
14. - 1 tsp dried thyme
15. - Salt and pepper to taste
16. - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
17. - 4 large biscuits (homemade or store-bought)
18. - Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
20. #### Instructions
22. 1. **Prepare the Chicken**
23. - Rinse chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
24. - Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.
26. 2. **Sauté Aromatics**
27. - Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
28. - Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
29. - Stir in sliced celery and grated carrot, sautéing for another 2-3 minutes.
31. 3. **Add Broth and Seasonings**
32. - Pour in the chicken broth and add thyme. Bring to a boil.
33. - Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until vegetables are tender (about 5 minutes).
35. 4. **Simmer Chicken**
36. - Gently place the seasoned chicken breasts into the pot, partially covering them with liquid.
37. - Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
39. 5. **Thicken the Broth**
40. - Remove the chicken from the pot using tongs and set aside to cool slightly (you'll shred it later).
41. - Sprinkle flour over the remaining broth, stirring well to combine and thicken it.
43. 6. **Prepare Dumplings**
44. - While the broth thickens, prepare your biscuits according to their packaging instructions.
45. - Drop spoonfuls of biscuit dough into the simmering broth, ensuring they float on top.
47. 7. **Combine Chicken and Dumplings**
48. - Once dumplings are cooked (about 5-10 minutes), shred the chicken and return it to the pot.
49. - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding salt and pepper if necessary.
51. 8. **Serve**
52. - Ladle the chicken and dumplings into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
53. - Serve hot with a side of green beans or corn for an extra boost of nutrients.
55. #### Tips for Success
57. - Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for tender results.
58. - Use low-sodium broth to control your sodium intake.
59. - For maximum flavor, use homemade biscuits; store-bought ones work well too!
60. - Don't overcrowd the pot when adding dumplings to ensure they cook evenly.
62. By following these steps and tips, you'll be able to create a comforting chicken and dumplings dish with delicious biscuits that will become a family favorite. Enjoy your meal!

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