Dutch Oven Chicken & Dumplings: Hearty One-Pot Meal (Print Version)
Classic Dutch Oven Chicken and Dumplings delivers tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a rich, savory broth. A comforting, easy one-pot dinner.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 50 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 75 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American
# Ingredients:
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
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1 large yellow onion, diced
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2 carrots, peeled and diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 tsp dried thyme
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1 bay leaf
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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Salt to taste
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tbsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
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3/4 cup whole milk
# Instructions:
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Begin your Dutch Oven Chicken and Dumplings: Ultimate Comfort Food by heating 1 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes. Add 1 large yellow onion, 2 carrots, and 2 celery stalks; cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
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Stir in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 bay leaf, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to prevent lumps.
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Reduce heat to low, cover the Dutch oven, and simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook through and the flavors to meld beautifully for your Dutch Oven Chicken and Dumplings: Ultimate Comfort Food. Season with salt to taste.
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While the stew simmers, prepare the dumplings. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Cut in 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 3/4 cup whole milk until a soft dough forms.
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Increase the heat to medium-low to maintain a gentle simmer. Drop spoonfuls (about 1.5-2 tbsp each) of the dumpling dough directly onto the hot chicken mixture. Do not submerge them; they should rest on top of the stew.
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Cover the Dutch oven tightly and cook for 15-20 minutes without lifting the lid. The dumplings are cooked when they are puffed, firm to the touch, and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. This ensures the Fluffy Cloud Dumplings in your Dutch Oven Chicken and Dumplings: Ultimate Comfort Food are perfect.
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Carefully remove the bay leaf from the stew. Garnish the Dutch Oven Chicken and Dumplings: Ultimate Comfort Food with 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped. Ladle generous portions into bowls and serve hot for the ultimate comfort food experience.
# Notes:
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For extra tender chicken, you can brown the thighs whole and shred them after simmering, then return to the pot.
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Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
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Ensure your butter is very cold when making the dumplings; this helps create a light, fluffy texture. Avoid overmixing the dough.
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Feel free to add other vegetables like frozen peas or corn during the last 5 minutes of simmering for added color and nutrition.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Dutch oven
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Cutting board
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Sharp knife
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
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Large spoon
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Mixing bowls
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Whisk
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 587 kcal
Total Fat: 22 g
Total Carbohydrate: 46 g
Protein: 44 g