“My husband said this is his new favorite dinner! I wrote down the recipe right away!!!”
A Cozy Chicken and Dumpling Bake
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This hearty casserole brings together juicy shredded chicken, tender vegetables, and soft biscuit-style dumplings in a rich, creamy broth. It’s a comforting family favorite that’s easy to assemble and perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | ½ cup (1 stick) |
| Small white onion, chopped | 1 |
| Celery ribs, chopped | 2 |
| Cooked chicken, shredded | 3 cups |
| Bisquick baking mix | 1½ cups |
| Whole milk | 1 cup |
| Chicken broth | 2 cups |
| Cream of chicken soup | 1 (10.75 oz) can |
| Dried thyme | ½ teaspoon |
| Kosher salt | To taste |
| Freshly ground black pepper | To taste |
| Fresh parsley, chopped (optional) | For garnish |
Instructions
Prepare the Baking Dish
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Cook the Vegetables
Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery, cooking for about 10 minutes or until softened and fragrant. Season with salt and black pepper.
Build the Base
Transfer the cooked vegetables and any remaining butter from the skillet into the prepared baking dish, spreading them evenly across the bottom.
Add the Chicken
Distribute the shredded chicken evenly over the vegetable layer.
Make the Dumpling Layer
In a medium bowl, combine the Bisquick mix and milk, stirring just until blended. Pour the batter evenly over the chicken without mixing it into the layers below.
Prepare the Broth Mixture
In the same bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until smooth. Carefully pour this mixture over the batter layer, again avoiding any stirring.
Bake
Place the casserole in the oven uncovered and bake for about 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dumpling layer is fully cooked.
Rest and Serve
Remove from the oven and let the casserole stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish
If desired, sprinkle with fresh parsley just before serving for a touch of color and freshness.
This creamy chicken and dumpling casserole is the definition of comfort food—warm, filling, and packed
