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πŸ₯£ Chicken and Dumplings with Vegetables πŸ₯•πŸ—

This Chicken and Dumplings with Vegetables recipe is a hearty and comforting meal, perfect for cozy dinners. Juicy chicken, tender vegetables, and fluffy dumplings come together in a creamy, savory broth for a dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table!

πŸ“‹ Ingredients:

For the Soup:

  • 2 tablespoons butter 🧈
  • 1 medium onion, chopped πŸ§…
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced πŸ§„
  • 3 medium carrots, diced πŸ₯•
  • 2 celery stalks, diced 🌿
  • 4 cups chicken broth 🍲
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced πŸ—
  • 1 cup frozen peas 🟒
  • 1 cup milk πŸ₯›
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 🌾
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste πŸ§‚
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme 🌿

For the Dumplings:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder πŸ₯„
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt πŸ§‚
  • 1/2 cup milk πŸ₯›
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted 🧈

πŸ“ Instructions:

1. Prepare the Soup Base:

  1. SautΓ© the vegetables:
  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  1. Thicken the broth:
  • Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes to form a roux. This will help thicken the broth.
  1. Add broth and seasoning:
  • Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add the thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  1. Add chicken and peas:
  • Stir in the shredded chicken and frozen peas. Pour in the milk, and let the mixture come back to a simmer.

2. Make the Dumplings:

  1. Mix dry ingredients:
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  1. Add wet ingredients:
  • Pour in the milk and melted butter. Stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be thick and slightly sticky.

3. Cook the Dumplings:

  1. Drop the dumplings:
  • Using a spoon, drop small spoonfuls of the dumpling batter into the simmering soup. The dumplings will expand as they cook, so space them out.
  1. Cover and cook:
  • Cover the pot with a lid and let the dumplings cook for 10-12 minutes without lifting the lid. This allows the dumplings to steam and become fluffy.

4. Serve:

  1. Serve hot:
  • Once the dumplings are cooked through and fluffy, the soup is ready to serve. Ladle the soup into bowls, ensuring each serving gets a few dumplings.

🍽️ Tips:

  • Add extra veggies: Feel free to add other vegetables, like green beans or corn, for extra nutrition and flavor.
  • Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The dumplings may absorb some broth, so you can add a bit of extra broth or milk when reheating.
  • Make it creamy: For an extra creamy soup, stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream before adding the dumplings.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 20 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4-6
πŸ”₯ Calories: Approximately 400 kcal per serving

Enjoy this Chicken and Dumplings with Vegetables for a warm, filling meal that’s perfect for family dinners or cold weather comfort. πŸ₯£πŸ₯•πŸ—