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Pro Tip: Keep the dumpling batter thick and slightly sticky, and do not flatten it in the pan; the rough, mounded shape helps create light, fluffy tops and tender centers.
Cozy Chicken Dumpling Bake
Recipe Name: Cozy Chicken Dumpling BakePrep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 35 minutesTotal Time: 55 minutesServings: 4–6Ingredients:Cooked shredded chicken – 3 cupsUnsalted butter – 3 tablespoons (plus extra for greasing)All-purpose flour – 3 tablespoons (for sauce)Chicken broth – 2 cupsMilk or half-and-half – 1 cupOnion, finely diced – 1 smallCarrots, thinly sliced – 2Celery stalks, sliced – 2Frozen peas – 1 cupGarlic, minced – 3 clovesDried thyme – 1 teaspoonDried parsley – 1 teaspoonSalt and black pepper – to tasteDumpling Topping:All-purpose flour – 2 cupsBaking powder – 1 tablespoonSalt – ½ teaspoonUnsalted butter, cold and cubed – 4 tablespoonsGrated cheddar cheese (optional) – ½ cupFresh parsley, chopped – 2 tablespoonsMilk or buttermilk – ¾ to 1 cupInstructions:Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in butter until soft; add garlic, then flour and cook briefly.Whisk in broth and milk; simmer until thick. Stir in chicken, peas, herbs, salt, and pepper. Pour into baking dish.Mix flour, baking powder, and salt; cut in cold butter. Stir in cheese and parsley, then add milk to form a thick batter.Drop spoonfuls of dumpling batter over hot filling, spacing them slightly apart.Bake 25–30 minutes until dumplings are puffed and lightly golden and filling is bubbling. Rest briefly, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.