Save A comforting, hearty casserole combining tender chicken, vegetables, and fluffy dumplings baked in a creamy, savory sauce.
This recipe reminds me of chilly weekends when my family gathered around the table, everyone eager for a warm bite of creamy, savory chicken and dumplings straight from the oven.
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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 sauce): 1/4 cup
- Chicken broth: 2 cups
- Whole milk (for sauce): 1 cup
- Salt (for chicken 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 (for dumplings): 2 tablespoons, melted
- Whole milk (for dumplings): 1/2 cup
- Fresh parsley (optional): 2 tablespoons, chopped
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Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook 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.
- Add Liquids:
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk. Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Combine Chicken and Season:
- Add cooked chicken, peas, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir to combine.
- Place in Dish:
- Transfer the chicken mixture to a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- Prepare Dumpling Dough:
- 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.
- Add Dumplings:
- Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough evenly over the chicken mixture.
- Bake:
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until dumplings are golden and cooked through.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Save My sister used to request this casserole every birthday, and sharing it always brought laughter and happy conversations around the dinner table.
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Required Tools
Large skillet, mixing bowls, whisk, 9x13-inch casserole dish, measuring cups and spoons, oven.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten) and dairy. Use allergy-friendly broth and check ingredient labels as needed.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 420, Total Fat 17 g, Carbohydrates 38 g, Protein 29 g
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This casserole tastes best served warm, with a simple green salad or some fresh bread on the side.
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of chicken works best?
Cooked shredded or diced chicken, such as rotisserie, works well for tender texture and quick prep.
- → Can I use frozen vegetables?
Yes, frozen peas or mixed vegetables can be added for convenience without sacrificing flavor.
- → How do I achieve fluffy dumplings?
Mix flour with baking powder and melted butter, then fold in milk gently; avoid overmixing to keep dumplings light.
- → What herbs complement this casserole?
Thyme adds warmth, while parsley brightens the flavor; rosemary or sage are excellent alternatives.
- → Is it possible to prepare ahead?
Yes, prepare the chicken mixture and dumpling dough separately, then assemble and bake when ready.
