Classic Comfort Bowl: Homemade Chicken and Dumplings
Introduction:
Chicken and dumplings is the definition of soul-warming comfort food. It is the kind of meal that feels like home, no matter where you are or who you share it with. Rich, creamy broth filled with tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and soft, pillowy dumplings creates a dish that is both deeply satisfying and timeless.
This version of chicken and dumplings balances convenience with homemade flavor. Using rotisserie chicken saves time while still delivering depth, and the combination of vegetables, seasonings, and fluffy Bisquick dumplings ensures a comforting texture in every spoonful. It is perfect for chilly evenings, family dinners, or anytime you crave a bowl of pure comfort.
Ingredients:
Each ingredient in this recipe contributes to the rich flavor and hearty texture that makes chicken and dumplings so beloved.
- Rotisserie Chicken: Three to four cups of shredded chicken provide tender protein and savory flavor.
- Better Than Bouillon Chicken: Four tablespoons create a deeply flavorful broth base.
- Salted Butter: Four tablespoons add richness and help build the creamy texture.
- Carrots: Four carrots, chopped, bring sweetness and color.
- Celery: Four celery stalks add depth and balance to the broth.
- Yellow Onions: Two small onions provide a savory foundation.
- Flour: Half a cup thickens the broth into a hearty, creamy base.
- Milk: One cup enriches the soup and softens the flavors.
- Seasonings: Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder enhance the overall flavor.
- Bisquick: Two cups form the base for light, fluffy dumplings.
- Dumpling Milk: Two-thirds cup of milk binds the dumpling dough.