Description
This Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings recipe is a quick and easy comfort food classic. Tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a flavorful broth come together in just minutes using your Instant Pot. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal!
Ingredients
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- 8 refrigerated biscuits (I used Pillsbury)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 chicken bouillon cube (or 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning)
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 cups water
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Dumplings: Flatten biscuits and cut each into 4 strips.
- Sauté Vegetables: Turn Instant Pot to sauté setting. Add olive oil, onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 3 minutes, until softened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Make Roux: Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of chicken broth until absorbed.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in thyme, bouillon cube (or poultry seasoning), and bay leaves. Add remaining chicken broth and water.
- Add Chicken and Dumplings: Place chicken breasts in the pot. Add biscuit pieces, separating them if needed.
- Pressure Cook: Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to “Soup” setting for 7 minutes.
- Natural Release: Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure.
- Shred Chicken and Finish: Remove chicken and shred with forks. Turn Instant Pot to sauté setting. Add shredded chicken and peas. Stir and cook for 2 minutes, until peas are cooked. Adjust seasoning.
- Serve: Press “Cancel” to turn off the Instant Pot. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- nstant Pot: An Instant Pot is a multi-cooker that functions as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, etc.
- Stovetop Option: If you don’t have an Instant Pot, try a classic stovetop chicken and dumplings recipe.
- Chicken Variations: Use bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts, drumsticks, or thighs. Adjust cooking time for frozen chicken.
- Broth Options: Use all chicken broth, all water, or a combination. Adjust seasoning accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ⅙ cups
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg