Best 3 Microwave Chicken And Dumplings Recipes

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Craving a hearty and comforting meal without spending hours in the kitchen? Look no further than our collection of easy microwave chicken and dumplings recipes! These delightful dishes combine tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and flavorful broth in one convenient package, making them perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.

Indulge in the classic Southern comfort food with our traditional chicken and dumplings recipe, featuring a rich and savory broth, tender chicken pieces, and fluffy dumplings made from scratch. For a lighter and healthier twist, try our low-carb chicken and dumplings, which uses wonton wrappers for the dumplings, resulting in a satisfying meal that won't weigh you down.

If you're short on time, our quick and easy chicken and dumplings recipe is the perfect solution. With the help of pre-cooked chicken and store-bought dumplings, you can have a delicious meal on the table in just 30 minutes. And for those who love creamy comfort food, our creamy chicken and dumplings recipe is a must-try. Made with a luscious cream sauce, this dish is sure to warm your soul on a cold day.

No matter which recipe you choose, you'll be delighted by the ease of preparation and the delicious results. So gather your ingredients, grab your microwave, and let's get cooking!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PRESSURE COOKER CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS



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It doesn't get more comforting than a simmering pot of chicken and soft, fluffy dumplings. This one is relatively classic, though I've added some chives to the dumplings for color and freshness. But feel free to leave them out for something more traditionally beige. Or stir in a handful of thawed frozen peas at the end for sweetness and a touch of green. I prefer using all dark meat here-a combination of drumsticks and thighs gives great flavor and won't overcook as readily as white meat. But use whatever pieces you like, or a combination. If using all white meat, cook it for a minute or two less. This is one of 10 recipes from Melissa Clark's "Dinner in an Instant: 75 Modern Recipes for Your Pressure Cooker, Multicooker, and Instant Pot" (Clarkson Potter, 2017). Melissa Clark's "Dinner in an Instant" is available everywhere books are sold. Order your copy today.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, lunch, cookbook exclusive, dumplings, poultry, soups and stews, main course, side dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 1/2 pounds bone-in chicken pieces, preferably dark meat
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 Spanish onion, diced
1 turnip, peeled and diced
4 garlic cloves, smashed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 quart chicken stock, preferably homemade
Chopped fresh parsley or celery leaves, for serving
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup fine cornmeal
1/4 cup minced fresh chive (optional)
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter, melted
3/4 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the chicken pieces with the salt and pepper. Let them sit for 20 minutes.
  • Using the sauté function, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in the pressure cooker. Add the chicken pieces, in batches, and brown them on all sides until deep golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter to the pressure cooker and stir in the carrots, celery, onion, turnip, and garlic cloves. Cook until softened, about 10 minutes. Then stir in the flour and cook until the mixture starts to turn golden, about another 3 minutes. Stir in the chicken stock, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pot, and nestle the browned chicken into the vegetables. Cover and cook on high pressure for 13 minutes, and then release the pressure manually. Transfer the chicken pieces to a plate, reserving the broth in the pot. When the chicken is cool enough to handle, remove the bones and skin if you like, and tear the meat into chunks.
  • Meanwhile, make the dumplings: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, chives if using, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Pour the melted butter and the milk into the flour mixture, and stir gently with a spoon or spatula until just combined. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the broth in the pot, spacing them evenly across the surface. Cover and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
  • Test the dumplings by cutting into one and making sure it's cooked all the way through. If not, turn the sauté function on and simmer the dumplings until they are done.
  • Stir the chicken back into the pot to warm it up, and serve it topped with parsley leaves.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 609, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 78 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 1207 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 1 gram

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS



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This is an easy slow cooker recipe that cooks while you are at work! It is wonderful on a cold, snowy day. I have four children who are picky eaters, and they LOVE this! Enjoy!

Provided by Janiece Mason

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes     Chicken and Dumpling Recipes

Time 6h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
1 onion, finely diced
2 (10 ounce) packages refrigerated biscuit dough, torn into pieces

Steps:

  • Place the chicken, butter, soup, and onion in a slow cooker, and fill with enough water to cover.
  • Cover, and cook for 5 to 6 hours on High. About 30 minutes before serving, place the torn biscuit dough in the slow cooker. Cook until the dough is no longer raw in the center.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 44.8 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 1244.6 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

OLD FASHIONED CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS



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This is comfort food that can't be beat!

Provided by Karena

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 13

7 pounds cut up chicken pieces
4 cups chicken stock
2 onions, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
3 teaspoons salt
1 egg
¼ cup milk
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 cup water
½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot place chicken pieces and add the chicken stock, onion, celery and 2 teaspoons of the salt. Put heat on medium low and simmer, partially covered, 15 to 20 minutes or until chicken is tender.
  • To Prepare Dumplings: In a large mixing bowl beat together the egg and milk. Add 1 cup flour, remaining salt and baking powder and mix all together. Cut the butter into the flour mixture until the mixture is crumbly. Add 1 tablespoon of the parsley and mix. In 6 large spoonfuls, drop dumpling mixture onto the top of the simmering chicken. Cover the pot and let all simmer for 10 minutes more.
  • To Make Gravy: Remove chicken and dumplings to a large serving bowl. Cover and set aside, keeping warm. Strain the stock left in the pot, pressing out any 'veggie liquid'. Return stock to pot. Combine water with remaining flour, then stir into the strained stock. Bring all to a boil, stirring constantly, to thicken. Return chicken and dumplings to pot, combing all gently. Serve with remaining parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.9 g, Cholesterol 132.8 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 699.5 mg, Sugar 1 g

Tips:

  • Use a large microwave-safe bowl to ensure the ingredients have enough space to cook evenly.
  • Cut the chicken into small, bite-sized pieces to ensure they cook quickly and evenly.
  • Use a combination of cornstarch and water to create the dumpling batter. This will help the dumplings to be light and fluffy.
  • Drop the dumpling batter into the boiling soup by spoonfuls. This will help prevent the dumplings from sticking together.
  • Cook the chicken and dumplings on high power for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the dumplings are fluffy.
  • Let the chicken and dumplings stand for 5 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors to develop and the dumplings to set.

Conclusion:

Microwave chicken and dumplings is a quick and easy meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. With a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone.

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