Description

Welcome to a comfort food classic! If you’re craving a hearty, warming dish that brings a little Southern charm to your table, you’re in the right place. Chicken and Dumplings is a cozy, one-pan recipe that not only fills your home with an irresistible aroma but also fills your heart with warmth. Whether you’re a long-time fan or a first-time maker, this dish will become a go-to in your household. The best part? It’s incredibly simple to whip up with ingredients you probably already have on hand. Ready to dive into this deliciousness? Let’s get started!

Ingredients

Scale

Pulled chicken from a rotisserie chicken (no skin)
1 stick of butter, melted
1 cup milk
1 cup self-rising flour (must be self-rising)
2 cups chicken broth
1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare Chicken: Spread the pulled rotisserie chicken evenly in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Add Butter: Pour the melted butter evenly over the chicken. Season with a little salt and pepper to taste.
Mix Flour and Milk: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of self-rising flour and 1 cup of milk until well combined.
Pour Over Chicken: Slowly pour the flour and milk mixture evenly over the chicken in the baking dish. Do not stir! This allows the dumplings to form properly.
Prepare Broth Mixture: In the same bowl, whisk together 2 cups of chicken broth and 1 can of condensed cream of chicken soup until smooth.
Add Broth Mixture: Slowly pour the broth and soup mixture into the baking dish over the chicken and flour mixture. Do not stir! This helps create the dumplings as it bakes.
Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dumplings have formed.
Rest and Serve: Let the casserole sit for a minimum of 5 minutes before serving. This allows the dumplings to finish forming. The longer it sits, the more dumplings you get.
Enjoy: Serve hot and enjoy! This dish is just as good the second day, too!

Notes

Use self-rising flour: This type of flour contains baking powder and salt, which is essential for helping the dumplings rise and get that light, fluffy texture.
Don’t stir the layers: As tempting as it might be, resist the urge to stir the layers once you’ve added the flour mixture and the broth. This helps the dumplings form as they bake.
Let it rest: Giving the dish time to sit after it’s been baked allows the dumplings to continue to firm up, ensuring you get the right consistency.