Chicken and Dumplings for 2
Cozy up with this comforting and hearty *Chicken and Dumplings for 2*, the perfect recipe for a small, intimate meal. Tender, shredded chicken breast is gently simmered in a velvety, herb-infused broth alongside carrots, celery, and onions for a wholesome, flavorful base. Fluffy dumplings are crafted from scratch with simple ingredients, then steamed right on top of the bubbling stew until irresistibly light and tender. This classic comfort food comes together in under an hour, with a balance of creamy textures and savory, aromatic spices like thyme and bay leaf. Garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness, this dish is ideal for a cozy dinner, date night, or anytime you’re craving a soul-warming bowl of homemade goodness. Perfectly portioned for two, it brings home-style cooking to your table in the most satisfying way.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large (about 8 oz) Chicken breast
- 2.5 cups Chicken broth
- 1 medium, diced Carrot
- 1 diced Celery stalk
- 0.5 small, diced Onion
- 1 clove, minced Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon, chopped (optional) Fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup (for dumplings) All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon (for dumplings) Salt
- 3 tablespoons Whole milk
- 1 tablespoon, melted Unsalted butter
Instructions
Season the chicken breast with a pinch of salt and pepper on both sides.
In a medium-sized pot or Dutch oven, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the chicken breast and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until lightly browned. Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same pot, add the diced carrots, celery, and onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat. Cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add the heavy cream, thyme, bay leaf, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper.
Return the chicken breast to the pot. Cover and simmer over low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the dumplings. In a small bowl, combine 0.5 cup of flour, 0.5 teaspoon of baking powder, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt. Stir in the milk and melted butter until a thick dough forms.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and discard the bay leaf.
Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough onto the surface of the simmering liquid, leaving space between each dumpling. Cover the pot and cook for 10-12 minutes without lifting the lid, allowing the dumplings to steam and cook through.
Check if the dumplings are cooked by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean. Sprinkle with fresh parsley, if using, and serve the chicken and dumplings hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
581 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.2 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 159 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 1742 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 44.9 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 110 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 814 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
