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Chicken Dumplings Casserole

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This comforting dish blends shredded chicken with diced carrots, celery, peas, and aromatics in a creamy sauce thickened with butter and flour. Fluffy dumplings, made with flour, baking powder, and butter, are dropped over the savory chicken mixture and baked until golden. The result is a warm, hearty casserole perfect for family meals, rich in flavor and texture, with optional herbs like parsley to brighten the dish.

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Updated on Thu, 13 Nov 2025 09:33:00 GMT
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Chicken and Dumplings Casserole, with golden dumplings atop creamy chicken and vegetables. | bakozy.com

A comforting hearty casserole combining tender chicken vegetables and fluffy dumplings baked in a creamy savory sauce.

I first made this casserole for a weekend family gathering and it quickly became a favorite with everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

  • Cooked chicken: Shredded or diced 2 cups
  • Carrots: Diced 1 cup
  • Celery: Diced 1 cup
  • Frozen peas: 1 cup
  • Onion: Small diced
  • Garlic: Minced 2 cloves
  • Unsalted butter: 1/4 cup
  • All-purpose flour (for mixture): 1/4 cup
  • Chicken broth: 2 cups
  • Whole milk (for mixture): 1 cup
  • Salt (for mixture): 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Dried thyme: 1/2 teaspoon
  • All-purpose flour (for dumplings): 1 cup
  • Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
  • Salt (for dumplings): 1/2 teaspoon
  • Unsalted butter (for dumplings): Melted 2 tablespoons
  • Whole milk (for dumplings): 1/2 cup
  • Fresh parsley: Chopped 2 tablespoons (optional)

Instructions

Prepare oven:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cook vegetables:
In a large skillet over medium heat melt butter. Add onions carrots celery and garlic and sauté until softened about 5 minutes.
Add flour:
Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir for 1 minute.
Add liquids:
Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk. Cook stirring until thickened about 3 4 minutes.
Add chicken and seasonings:
Add cooked chicken peas salt pepper and thyme. Stir to combine.
Transfer mixture:
Transfer the chicken mixture to a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish.
Prepare dumpling dough:
In a medium bowl combine flour baking powder and salt for dumplings. Stir in melted butter and milk until just combined. Fold in parsley if using.
Top casserole:
Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough evenly over the chicken mixture.
Bake:
Bake uncovered for 25 30 minutes or until dumplings are golden and cooked through.
Cool and serve:
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
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This Chicken and Dumplings Casserole shows a bubbling, savory dish just out of the oven, ready to serve. | bakozy.com

We always make this together before movie night and everyone enjoys scooping big spoonfuls onto their plates.

Required Tools

Large skillet mixing bowls whisk casserole dish measuring cups and oven are needed to prepare this recipe.

Allergen Information

This dish contains wheat gluten milk and dairy. If using store bought broth check the ingredients for potential allergens.

Nutritional Information

Each serving has about 420 calories 17 g fat 38 g carbohydrates and 29 g protein.

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A close-up view of the tender Chicken and Dumplings Casserole, a comforting American classic meal. | bakozy.com

This casserole brings warmth and comfort to any table. Enjoy leftovers reheated for easy meals next day.

Recipe FAQ

→ Can I use rotisserie chicken for this dish?

Yes, rotisserie chicken works well and saves preparation time without sacrificing flavor.

→ Which herbs complement the flavors best?

Thyme is traditional, but rosemary or sage are excellent alternatives for a fragrant touch.

→ How do I ensure the dumplings are fluffy?

Use fresh baking powder and avoid overmixing the dough to keep dumplings light and tender.

→ Can I prepare the components ahead of time?

Yes, prepare the chicken mixture and dumpling dough separately, refrigerate, then assemble and bake when ready.

→ What side dishes pair well with this casserole?

Light green salads or steamed green beans offer fresh, crisp contrasts to the rich casserole.

→ Is this suitable for a dairy-free diet?

This dish contains butter and milk; substitutions with dairy-free alternatives are possible but may alter texture.

Chicken Dumplings Casserole

Tender chicken and vegetables baked with fluffy dumplings in a creamy savory sauce.

Prep duration
20 min
Heat time
40 min
Complete duration
60 min
Created by Natalie Harris


Complexity Easy

Heritage American

Output 6 Portions

Nutrition specifications None specified

Components

Chicken Mixture

01 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
02 1 cup carrots, diced
03 1 cup celery, diced
04 1 cup frozen peas
05 1 small onion, diced
06 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 1/4 cup unsalted butter
08 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
09 2 cups chicken broth
10 1 cup whole milk
11 1 teaspoon salt
12 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
13 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Dumplings

01 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 2 teaspoons baking powder
03 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
05 1/2 cup whole milk
06 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Phase 01

Preheat Oven: Set oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking.

Phase 02

Sauté Vegetables: Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic; sauté until softened, approximately 5 minutes.

Phase 03

Create Roux: Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir continuously for one minute to form a roux.

Phase 04

Add Liquids and Thicken: Gradually whisk in chicken broth and whole milk. Cook while stirring until the mixture thickens, about 3 to 4 minutes.

Phase 05

Incorporate Chicken and Seasoning: Add cooked chicken, frozen peas, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme to the thickened sauce. Stir thoroughly to integrate all ingredients.

Phase 06

Transfer Mixture: Pour the chicken mixture evenly into a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Phase 07

Prepare Dumpling Dough: In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in melted butter and milk until just combined. Fold in chopped parsley if desired.

Phase 08

Add Dumplings: Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter evenly over the chicken mixture in the casserole dish.

Phase 09

Bake: Place casserole uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until dumplings are golden brown and cooked through.

Phase 10

Rest Before Serving: Allow casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving to let flavors settle.

Tools needed

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven

Allergy details

Review each component for potential allergens and if uncertain, we recommend consulting with a healthcare provider.
  • Contains gluten (wheat) and dairy products
  • Check chicken broth for additional allergens if store-bought

Nutrient breakdown (per portion)

These values are estimates only and shouldn't replace professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 420
  • Fats: 17 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Proteins: 29 g