Description
This cozy Chicken and Dumpling Casserole transforms classic chicken and dumplings into an easy, oven-baked dish with creamy chicken, soft dumplings, and rich gravy—perfect for a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely diced (optional)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or poultry seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups warm chicken broth (for gravy)
- 1 packet chicken gravy mix or 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet, melt butter and sauté onion until soft (if using).
- Stir in shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, 2 cups broth, vegetables, and seasonings. Mix well and pour into baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk and mix until smooth. Spoon batter evenly over chicken mixture without stirring.
- In a separate bowl, whisk warm broth with gravy mix or bouillon until dissolved. Slowly pour over the batter layer — do not stir.
- Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. The dumpling layer should be set and fluffy.
- Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley or a dash of paprika, if desired.
Notes
- Do not stir after layering to allow dumplings to form properly.
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Add cheese or extra vegetables to customize the filling.
- For richer flavor, stir a splash of cream into the soup mixture.
- Leftovers reheat well and taste even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
