Description
Have you ever wondered if it is actually possible to serve a warm, Southern-style comfort meal on a Tuesday night without spending four hours in the kitchen? This 30-minute recipe challenges the idea that slow food is the only way to get deep flavor. It is a one-pot wonder that brings pillowy clouds of dough and a rich, velvety broth to your table with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- The Base:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- The Liquid and Protein:
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded or cubed (rotisserie chicken works perfectly)
- 1 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- 1 cup frozen peas
- The Dumplings:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables: Heat butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 5-7 minutes. Add garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper during the last minute.
- Build the Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low to maintain a steady simmer.
- Add the Chicken: Stir in the shredded cooked chicken to warm it through.
- Mix the Dumpling Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and parsley. Gently stir in milk and melted butter until a soft dough forms. Do not over-mix.
- Drop and Steam: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough into the simmering broth. Cover with a lid and cook undisturbed for 12-15 minutes. Do not lift the lid!
- Finish and Serve: Remove the lid and stir in the heavy cream and frozen peas. Let sit for 2 minutes until the peas are heated through and the broth is creamy.
Notes
Resist the urge to peek! Keeping the lid closed is the secret to fluffy, light dumplings. If you are in a massive rush, you can substitute the homemade dough with refrigerated biscuit dough cut into small pieces. For a brighter flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice or extra fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop / One-Pot
- Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g