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Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

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  • Author: Susan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Instant Pot
  • Method: Pressure Cooking

Description

A comforting and hearty Chicken and Dumplings recipe that is easy to make in an Instant Pot. Tender chicken, vegetables, and pillowy dumplings in a creamy broth make this a perfect meal for any day.


Ingredients

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Chicken Soup:

  • 1 Tablespoon oil
  • 1/2 large onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 cup carrots, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless Chicken thighs or chicken breasts diced into 1″ pieces
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • 5 refrigerated canned biscuits, each cut into 8 pieces
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

Homemade Dumplings:

  • 11/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3 Tablespoons butter
  • 3/4 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Chicken Soup: Press the SAUTE button. Add oil. Saute onions, then add celery, carrots, and garlic. Add chicken, broth, seasonings, and biscuits. Pressure cook for 7 minutes. Release steam. Stir in peas and cream. Thicken if needed. Garnish with herbs.
  2. Homemade Dumplings: Mix dry ingredients, cut in butter, add milk, and drop spoonfuls into the Instant Pot.

Notes

  • If you double the recipe, do NOT increase the time.
  • Quick release pressure after 10 minutes of natural release.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg