Chicken and Biscuit Dumplings Soup Recipe
A comforting and hearty Chicken and Dumplings recipe made with tender shredded chicken, savory vegetables, and fluffy biscuit dumplings cooked in a creamy broth. This classic dish combines the ease of canned biscuits with rich flavors and a creamy base, perfect for a warming family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Vegetables & Aromatics
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 stalks celery, sliced
- 1/2 cup matchstick carrots
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Chicken & Broth
- 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken (preferably rotisserie chicken)
- 40 oz chicken broth
- 8 oz evaporated milk (or half and half)
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
Dumplings
- 1 (16.3 oz) can buttermilk biscuits (add extra 5 oz can for more dumplings)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Seasoning
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook Aromatics: In a large heavy-bottomed pot, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add diced onion, sliced celery, matchstick carrots, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender and fragrant, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add Chicken and Broth: Stir in the shredded cooked chicken, chicken broth, evaporated milk, and cream of chicken soup. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- Prepare Dumplings: Cut each biscuit into four equal pieces. Lightly toss these biscuit pieces in all-purpose flour to coat them evenly. This helps thicken the broth and prevents sticking.
- Cook Dumplings: Gently add the floured biscuit pieces to the simmering soup. Press them lightly under the broth with a spoon or spatula to submerge. Cover the pot with a lid and cook the dumplings for 8 to 10 minutes. Occasionally check and break apart any dumplings that stick together, pressing them back under the liquid.
- Check Doneness and Serve: Test a biscuit piece to ensure it is cooked through and no longer raw in the center. Once fully cooked, serve the chicken and dumplings hot for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Using a rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor.
- You can substitute half and half for evaporated milk for a richer broth.
- The biscuit dumplings can be increased by adding an extra 5 oz can of biscuits if you prefer more dumplings.
- Stir the dumplings gently to prevent them from sticking together.
- This recipe is ideal for a cozy dinner and makes excellent leftovers.
Keywords: Chicken and Dumplings, Biscuit Dumplings, Comfort Food, Easy Chicken Dinner, One Pot Meal, Creamy Chicken Soup
