Instant Pot Chicken And Dumplings Wellplated Com

Like Chicken and Biscuits (a casserole-style baked version), chicken and dumplings is a hug-you-from-the-inside classic that never goes out of style. Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings is its slow cooker cousin; make it when you have your planning life together or want to get the bulk of your cooking done earlier in the day. When you need dinner faster—or want one less pan to wash since the Instant Pot is an all-in-one situation—today’s pressure cooker chicken and dumplings is here for you.

How to Make Homemade Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings

Sometimes the best comfort is from-scratch, and this recipe is no exception.

I left out the cream of chicken soup, thickening the chicken and dumplings with a cornstarch slurry instead.For the dumpling dough, I adapted my easy Drop Biscuits, which only take a few extra minutes and are well worth it.

The Ingredients

Chicken Thighs. Tender, flavorful, and healthy, chicken thighs are the ideal choice for this dish. They’re packed with protein and essential nutrients like iron and zinc.Veggies. Carrots, celery, and onion help build deep flavor right from the start. I also tossed in some frozen peas for an additional easy and healthy veggie. Poultry Seasoning. A robust blend of herbs and spices that imparts woodsy, peppery, flavor into the stew. Chicken Broth. Using chicken broth as the liquid for this dish gives it a deeper flavor. Potato. Adding a potato to the stew helps thicken it and sneaks in an extra veggie. Potatoes are also rich in fiber and antioxidants.Fresh Thyme. Adds an earthy, herby flavor to the dish. Cornstarch Slurry. Helps thicken the stew. Dumplings. A topping of soft, pillowy dumplings solidifies this recipe’s comfort food status. The homemade dumplings recipe I used is easy and lightened-up with Greek yogurt and whole wheat flour.

The Directions

Storage Tips

To Store. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight storage container for up to 4 days.To Reheat. Rewarm chicken and dumplings in a Dutch oven on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave. To Freeze. Freeze leftovers in an airtight, freezer-safe storage container for up to 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe

Instant Pot. Perfect for making this recipe. Rubber Spatula. My go-to spatula for baking, stirring, scraping, and more. Mixing Bowls. A set of mixing bowls is critical in every kitchen.

Fuzzy slippers, flannel shirts, and Instant Pot chicken and dumplings—it’s time for full-on cozy mode!