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Healthy Chicken and Dumplings

A nutritious and comforting take on a classic chicken and dumplings stew, packed with fresh vegetables and tender chicken.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Stew Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp black pepper
Dumpling Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup skim milk
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Stew Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken and brown until golden-brown.
  3. Stir in carrots, celery, and onions until softened.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pot.
  5. Add thyme and pepper, then bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
Dumpling Preparation
  1. Whisk flour and baking powder in a separate bowl.
  2. Stir in milk until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
  3. Drop spoonfuls of dough into the simmering stew.
  4. Cover and simmer for 12 minutes without lifting the lid.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Freezing is not recommended as dumplings lose texture upon thawing.