Imagine a dish that wraps you in warmth, comfort, and pure culinary bliss - our Baked Chicken and Dumplings is exactly that magical meal! This classic American comfort food transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering masterpiece that will have your family racing to the dinner table. With golden-brown dumplings nestled in a creamy, herb-infused chicken mixture, this recipe is about to become your new go-to comfort meal that promises to satisfy even the pickiest eaters and warm the hearts of everyone at your table.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 1 hrs
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 cup biscuit mix
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures that your dish will bake evenly and thoroughly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and frozen mixed vegetables. Stir until all ingredients are well mixed and the chicken is evenly coated with the soup.
- Add the dried thyme to the mixture and stir again to incorporate the herb, enhancing the flavor of the dish.
- Pour the chicken and vegetable mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly across the bottom.
- In a separate bowl, prepare the dumpling batter by mixing the biscuit mix and milk until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the dumplings tough.
- Using a spoon or scoop, drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter over the chicken mixture in the baking dish. It’s okay if some of the chicken mixture is exposed; the dumplings will rise as they bake.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the dumplings are golden brown and cooked through. You can check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a dumpling; it should come out clean.
- Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to settle and makes it easier to serve.
- Serve the baked chicken and dumplings warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy your comforting American dish!
Tips
- Use pre-cooked, shredded chicken for maximum convenience and consistent texture.
- Don't overmix the dumpling batter - this can lead to tough, dense dumplings. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For extra flavor, consider using homemade chicken broth instead of store-bought.
- Ensure your oven is fully preheated before baking to guarantee even cooking.
- Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to allow flavors to meld and make serving easier.
- For a crispy top, you can briefly broil the dish for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking.
- Experiment with additional herbs like rosemary or sage to customize the flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 286kcal
Carbohydrates: 38g
Protein: 21g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 48mg
