Easy Chicken and Dumplings with Biscuits

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What is the secret to quick easy perfect chicken and dumplings recipe on a budget? Introducing a mouthwatering shortcut to a hearty meal: Chicken and Dumplings with Biscuits.

Easy Chicken and Dumplings with Canned Biscuits

Whether you’re a busy parent, a novice cook, or simply craving a comforting dish, this recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds. With the perfect blend of convenience and flavor, you’ll be delighted by the savory combination of tender chicken and pillowy dumplings. Say goodbye to lengthy preparations and hello to a delightful dining experience. Get ready to indulge in a bowl of chicken and dumplings that will leave you craving for more.

Chicken and Dumplings Ingredients and Instructions

  • 4-5 Bone in Chicken Thighs
  • 4 Cups Chicken Broth
  • 4 Cups Water
  • 1 Tsp. Onion Powder
  • 1 Tsp. Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tsp. Pepper
  • ½ Tsp. Salt
  • 2 Chicken Bouillon Cubes
  • 1 Medium Sweet Onion (diced)
  • 3 Large Carrots (sliced)
  • 3 Celery Sticks (finely chopped)
  • 2 Cans Cream of Chicken Soup
  • 1 Can Grands Southern Style Biscuits

How to make Chicken and Dumplings with canned Biscuits:

To make Chicken and Dumplings, in a Dutch oven on medium heat, pour in the chicken broth and water, and add the chicken thighs. Then add onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, chicken bouillon cubes, onions, carrots, and celery. Cover and let it boil for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken thighs are completely cooked.

Easy Chicken and Dumplings with Canned Biscuits
Easy Chicken and Dumplings with Canned Biscuits
Easy Chicken and Dumplings with Canned Biscuits
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Remove the chicken thighs and place them on a dish to cool. Then, remove the chicken meat from the bone and place the chunks of chicken back into the Dutch oven. Stir in the cans of cream of chicken soup and bring it back to a low boil.

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Get the cold can of biscuits from the refrigerator, make the dumplings by cutting each biscuit into quarters. Then drop them gently into the Dutch oven, making sure they aren’t sticking together, but don’t stir them. Cover, and let them cook for about 10 minutes. Uncover and test the dumplings with a toothpick. If it comes out clean, they are done! Lightly stir the dumplings, coating them with the delicious broth. Salt and pepper to taste and enjoy this delicious one pot hearty recipe!

 

Easy Chicken and Dumplings with Canned Biscuits
Easy Chicken and Dumplings with Canned Biscuits

What thickens chicken and dumplings?

As it cools, the broth will thicken. You can also make a slurry using corn starch and water to thicken.

How do you tell if dumplings are done in chicken and dumplings?

You can poke a toothpick into the dumplings and if it comes out clean, they are done!

Why you need to make Chicken and Dumplings with Biscuits:

In conclusion, canned biscuit chicken and dumplings offer a delightful shortcut to a hearty meal. With this method, you can enjoy the comforting flavors of traditional dumplings while significantly reducing your prep time. Whether you’re a busy professional, a novice cook, or simply seeking a convenient solution in the kitchen, this recipe is a game changer. Embrace the ease and efficiency of canned biscuit chicken and dumplings, and indulge in a deliciously satisfying meal without compromising on taste. Give it a try and discover the newfound joy of effortless cooking!

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Easy Chicken and Dumplings with Biscuits

Easy Chicken and Dumplings with Canned Biscuits

  • Author: cookingwithshotgunred
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 45
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x
  • Category: Dinner, Main Course
  • Method: Stove Top, Dutch Oven
  • Cuisine: Chicken, Dumplings

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 45 Bone in Chicken Thighs
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth
  • 4 cups Water
  • 1 Tsp. Onion Powder
  • 1 Tsp. Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tsp. Pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp. Salt
  • 2 Chicken Bouillon Cubes
  • 1 Medium Sweet Onion (diced)
  • 3 Large Carrots (sliced)
  • 3 Celery Sticks (finely chopped)
  • 2 Cans Cream of Chicken Soup
  • 1 Can Grands Southern Style Biscuits

Instructions

  1. In a Dutch oven on medium heat, pour in the chicken broth and water, and add the chicken thighs. Then add onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, chicken bouillon cubes, onions, carrots, and celery. Cover and let it boil for about 30 minutes or until the chicken thighs are completely cooked.
  2. Remove the chicken thighs and place them on a dish to cool. Then, remove the chicken meat from the bone and place the chunks of chicken back into the Dutch oven. Stir in the cans of cream of chicken soup and bring it back to a low boil.
  3. Get the cold can of biscuits from the refrigerator, and make the dumplings by cutting each biscuit into quarters. Then drop them gently into the Dutch oven, making sure they aren’t sticking together, but don’t stir them. Cover, and let them cook for about 10 minutes. Uncover and test the dumplings with a toothpick. If it comes out clean, they are done! Lightly stir the dumplings, coating them with the delicious broth. Salt and pepper to taste and enjoy this delicious one-pot hearty recipe!

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 657Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 1410g
  • Fat: 38g
  • Saturated Fat: 20g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1%
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Cholesterol: 136mg

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