Save A comforting, hearty casserole combining tender chicken, vegetables, and fluffy dumplings baked in a creamy, savory sauce.
This dish quickly became our go-to for chilly evenings when we crave something warm and satisfying. The combo of tender chicken and buttery dumplings always draws everyone to the table.
Ingredients
- Cooked chicken: 2 cups, shredded or diced
- Carrots: 1 cup, diced
- Celery: 1 cup, diced
- Frozen peas: 1 cup
- Onion: 1 small, diced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Unsalted butter: 1/4 cup
- All-purpose flour (for mixture): 1/4 cup
- Chicken broth: 2 cups
- Whole milk (for mixture): 1 cup
- Salt (for mixture): 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Dried thyme: 1/2 teaspoon
- All-purpose flour (for dumplings): 1 cup
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
- Salt (for dumplings): 1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter (melted): 2 tablespoons
- Whole milk (for dumplings): 1/2 cup
- Fresh parsley, chopped: 2 tablespoons (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Oven:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Sauté Vegetables:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add Flour:
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir for 1 minute.
- Make Sauce:
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk. Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 3 or 4 minutes.
- Add Chicken Mix:
- Add cooked chicken, peas, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir well.
- Transfer to Dish:
- Transfer mixture to greased 9x13 inch casserole dish.
- Make Dumplings:
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt for dumplings. Stir in melted butter and milk until just combined. Fold in parsley if using.
- Top with Dumplings:
- Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough evenly over chicken mixture.
- Bake:
- Bake uncovered for 25 or 30 minutes, or until dumplings are golden and cooked through.
- Rest & Serve:
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Save Everyone at our Sunday dinner loved how the dumplings puffed up and soaked all the savory flavors. It's a happy memory of laughter around the table.
Required Tools
Large skillet, mixing bowls, whisk, 9x13 inch casserole dish, measuring cups, spoons, oven
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), milk, and dairy. Always check store-bought broth for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Each serving: 420 calories, 17 g total fat, 38 g carbohydrates, 29 g protein
Save Serve warm and let everyone dig in for the ultimate comfort meal. Leftovers taste great reheated the next day.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What vegetables are included in the dish?
Carrots, celery, peas, and onions are sautéed then combined with the chicken for a balanced vegetable blend.
- → How do I make the dumplings fluffy?
Use baking powder with flour and gently fold in melted butter and milk to create light, tender dumplings.
- → Can I use pre-cooked chicken?
Yes, shredded rotisserie chicken works well to save time without compromising flavor.
- → What herbs enhance the flavor?
Dried thyme is used in the base, but rosemary or sage can be swapped for a different aromatic finish.
- → How long should it bake?
Bake uncovered at 400°F (200°C) for 25–30 minutes until dumplings are golden and cooked through.
- → Can I prepare parts ahead of time?
Yes, prepare the chicken mixture and dumpling dough separately, then assemble and bake before serving.