Easterns Comfortable Chicken and Dumplings
A hearty dish with tender chicken in a creamy broth and flaky dumplings for a cozy meal. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 90 minutes pairs chicken thighs, large onion, carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs
- 1 large onion
- 2 lbs carrots
- 2 stalks celery
- 4 cups broth
- 1/2 cup flour
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 package dumpling dough
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery in butter over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add chicken thighs, broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, mix flour with 1/4 cup broth to make a slurry. Stir into the pot and cook for 2 minutes until thickened.
- Step 4: Prepare dumpling dough according to package instructions. Drop spoonfuls into the pot and cook for 10-12 minutes until dumplings are cooked through. Serve hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Easterns Comfortable Chicken and Dumplings take to make?
Total time is about 90 minutes (30 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Easterns Comfortable Chicken and Dumplings?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Easterns Comfortable Chicken and Dumplings?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Easterns Comfortable Chicken and Dumplings for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Easterns Comfortable Chicken and Dumplings?
American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
