Save to Pinterest A comforting, hearty casserole combining tender chicken, vegetables, and fluffy dumplings baked in a creamy, savory sauce.
I first made this casserole for a potluck when I wanted something that felt cozy but was easy to transport. Everyone went back for seconds and now it is a regular feature on busy weeknights in our home.
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Ingredients
- Cooked chicken: 2 cups, shredded or diced
- Carrots: 1 cup, diced
- Celery: 1 cup, diced
- Frozen peas: 1 cup
- Onion: 1 small, diced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Unsalted butter: 1/4 cup
- All-purpose flour: 1/4 cup, plus 1 cup for dumplings
- Chicken broth: 2 cups
- Whole milk: 1 cup, plus 1/2 cup for dumplings
- Salt: 1 teaspoon, plus 1/2 teaspoon for dumplings
- Black pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Dried thyme: 1/2 teaspoon
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (for dumplings)
- Unsalted butter (melted): 2 tablespoons (for dumplings)
- Fresh parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional, for dumplings)
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Instructions
- Prep Oven:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook 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.
- Make Sauce:
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and milk. Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Combine Mixture:
- Add cooked chicken, peas, salt, pepper, and thyme. Stir to combine.
- Assemble:
- 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.
- Top Casserole:
- 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 to Pinterest This casserole brings everyone together at the dinner table and is especially loved by kids for its fluffy dumplings.
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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
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Serve hot from the oven with a crisp salad or steamed green beans. Leftovers reheat beautifully for lunch the next day.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Can I use rotisserie chicken for the chicken mixture?
Yes, rotisserie chicken is a convenient shortcut and adds extra flavor to the casserole.
- → What vegetables work well in this casserole?
Carrots, celery, onion, and peas are classic, but you can substitute with frozen mixed vegetables if preferred.
- → How do I know the dumplings are cooked through?
Dumplings should be golden on top and set in the middle; a toothpick inserted comes out clean when done.
- → Can I prepare this casserole ahead of time?
You can assemble the chicken mixture and dumpling dough separately, then combine and bake just before serving.
- → Are there herb variations for added flavor?
Absolutely! Rosemary or sage can be swapped for thyme, and fresh parsley adds brightness to the dumpling topping.
- → What dishes pair well as sides?
Serve with a fresh green salad or steamed green beans to complement the creamy, hearty casserole.
