Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings

Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings

12 servings
Chicken and dumplings are a quintessential Southern comfort food. My Instant Pot version is loaded with chicken, veggies, dumplings, and all the flavor that you've come to expect from this wonderful dish.

Ingredients

  • 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts

    cubed, approx. 2 lbs chicken breasts

  • ¼ cup fresh parsley

    chopped, may replace with 2-3 tablespoons dried parsley

  • 2 cloves garlic

    minced

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon

    roasted chicken flavor

  • 1 cup yellow onion

    chopped

  • 1 cup celery

    chopped

  • 2 cups frozen peas and carrots
  • 3 cups unsalted chicken stock
  • 2 cans cream of chicken soup

    10.5 ounces

  • 1 can biscuits

    I prefer Pillsbury Grands! Southern Homestyle Biscuits

Directions

  1. 1

    Add the cubed chicken, parsley, garlic, thyme, pepper and bouillon in the Instant Pot and mix all ingredients well.

  2. 2

    Next add all the vegetables (onion, celery, peas, and carrots) to the Instant Pot and mix everything together.

  3. 3

    Pour the chicken stock into the pot and mix once again.

  4. 4

    Now pour the two cans of cream of chicken over the chicken and dumplings mixture. Do not mix the cream of chicken with the other ingredients.

  5. 5

    Cut each biscuit into quarters and place the biscuits into the pot making sure to spread them evenly.

  6. 6

    Place the lid on the Instant Pot, close and set the pressure release valve to sealing. Set the Instant Pot to cook on Manual High Pressure for 5 minutes.

  7. 7

    Once the cooking time has completed, allow for a 30-minute Natural Pressure Release (NPR).

  8. 8

    Serve and enjoy a warm bowl of these amazing chicken and dumplings!

Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings

Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings

45 min12 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving the ultimate Southern comfort food, but short on time? This Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings recipe delivers all the hearty, soul-warming flavors you love, ready to impress your family without hours slaving over the stove. It's a true set-it-and-forget-it marvel that brings classic taste to your table.

Why This Recipe Works

What makes this Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings stand out is its incredible depth of flavor combined with remarkable ease. By leveraging the pressure cooker, you get fork-tender chicken and perfectly cooked vegetables in a fraction of the traditional time. The secret to its rich, savory broth lies in the combination of Better Than Bouillon roasted chicken flavor and creamy chicken soup, creating a luscious base that coats every bite. And for the dumplings? We're using a clever shortcut with canned biscuits, ensuring fluffy, comforting morsels every time.

What to Expect

Prepare for a generous, satisfying bowl of pure comfort. You'll find tender, cubed boneless, skinless chicken breasts swimming in a thick, savory gravy, studded with sweet peas and carrots, and aromatic onion and celery. The soft, pillowy dumplings will melt in your mouth, soaking up all the incredible flavor of the broth. This dish is designed to be a hearty, fulfilling meal, perfect for chilly evenings or a comforting family gathering. With a yield of 12 servings, it's ideal for feeding a crowd or ensuring delicious leftovers.

Customization & Variations

This recipe is wonderfully adaptable to your pantry. If you don't have fresh parsley on hand, feel free to swap it for 2-3 tablespoons of dried parsley. For the dumplings, while Pillsbury Grands! Southern Homestyle Biscuits are a fantastic choice for their fluffy texture, any similar canned biscuit dough will work perfectly. If you enjoy a touch more garlic or thyme, don't hesitate to adjust the amounts to your taste.

Serving & Context

This quintessential comfort dish is ideal for a cozy family dinner or a potluck where you want to bring a crowd-pleasing favorite. Serve it simply in large bowls, perhaps with a sprinkle of extra fresh parsley for color and brightness. Its hearty nature means it needs little else to complete the meal, though a side salad would offer a refreshing contrast.

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