Instant Pot Chicken And Dumplings

Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings is a comforting, one-pot meal that combines tender, flavorful chicken with fluffy dumplings in a rich, savory broth. Using an Instant Pot makes this classic dish faster and easier than ever, delivering the same hearty flavors with a fraction of the cooking time. The chicken is cooked until it’s juicy and falling apart, while the dumplings are soft and pillowy, absorbing the delicious flavors of the broth. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this dish is sure to satisfy cravings for warmth and comfort.

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Stew:

• 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup frozen peas (optional)

For the Dumplings:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup whole milk
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Vegetables: Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add the olive oil, diced onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs (or breasts), chicken broth, thyme, parsley, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to the pot. Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 10 minutes. Once the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
3. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir in the frozen peas if using.
4. Make the Dumplings: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the milk, melted butter, and parsley until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Add the Dumplings: Drop spoonfuls of the dumpling batter onto the surface of the stew, leaving a bit of space between each one. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes, allowing the dumplings to cook through and puff up.
6. Serve: Once the dumplings are cooked and fluffy, ladle the chicken and dumplings into bowls and serve hot.

Enjoy this hearty and comforting Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings for a quick yet satisfying meal!