Save A comforting, hearty casserole combining tender chicken, vegetables, and fluffy dumplings baked in a creamy, savory sauce.
This casserole is a true family favorite, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a comforting meal on a chilly evening. I love how it brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken: shredded or diced
- 1 cup carrots: diced
- 1 cup celery: diced
- 1 cup frozen peas:
- 1 small onion: diced
- 2 cloves garlic: minced
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour:
- 2 cups chicken broth:
- 1 cup whole milk:
- 1 teaspoon salt:
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper:
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour:
- 2 teaspoons baking powder:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter: melted
- 1/2 cup whole milk:
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley: chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Sauté vegetables:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic& sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add flour:
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir for 1 minute.
- Whisk in liquids:
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk. Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Combine chicken mixture:
- Add cooked chicken, peas, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir to combine.
- Transfer to dish:
- Transfer the chicken mixture to a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- Prepare dumplings:
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt for the dumplings. Stir in melted butter and milk until just combined. Fold in parsley if using.
- Add dumplings:
- Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough evenly over the chicken mixture.
- Bake:
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until dumplings are golden and cooked through.
- Cool:
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Save I remember making this for my grandma one year, and she absolutely loved it. It brought back memories of her own homemade cooking.
Required Tools
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- 9x13-inch casserole dish
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Oven
Allergen Information
- Contains: Wheat (gluten), Milk, Dairy.
- Double-check broth for allergens if using store-bought.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 420
- Total Fat: 17 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Protein: 29 g
Save This dish is guaranteed to warm you from the inside out and satisfy everyone at your table.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Yes, rotisserie chicken works well and saves prep time. Shred or dice it for even distribution in the dish.
- → What vegetables can I substitute?
Swap carrots, celery, or peas with other favorites like green beans, corn, or mushrooms according to your taste.
- → How do I know when dumplings are done?
Dumplings turn golden on top and are firm to the touch. Insert a toothpick; it should come out clean from the center.
- → Can this casserole be made ahead?
Prepare chicken mixture and dumpling dough separately, refrigerate, and assemble just before baking for fresh results.
- → What are good side dishes?
A light green salad or steamed green beans are excellent accompaniments to balance the creamy nature of the casserole.
- → Is it possible to make this dairy-free?
Try substituting plant-based milk and dairy-free butter. Check that the broth is also free from dairy additives.