Jan'S Chicken And Dumplings
A hearty chicken and dumplings dish featuring tender chicken, flavorful broth, and fluffy dumplings, perfect for comforting family dinners and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cans cream of chicken soup ⓘ
- 2 cans milk
- 1 stick margarine ⓘ
- seasoned salt ⓘ
- seasoned pepper ⓘ
- Bisquick ⓘ
- chicken ⓘ
- 3/4 cup olive or vegetable oil ⓘ
- 1/3 stick butter ⓘ
- 2 tablespoons bacon drippings ⓘ
- 1 (4 oz) can stems and mushroom pieces ⓘ
- 2 (7 oz) cans tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar ⓘ
- 1/4 cup grated cheese ⓘ
- 1 cup water ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon salt ⓘ
- 2 large fresh garlic cloves, chopped very fine
- 1 tablespoon dry parsley ⓘ
- 1 (15 oz) can chopped tomatoes ⓘ
- 1/3 cup grated cheese ⓘ
- 1 tablespoon basil ⓘ
- 1 tablespoon chives or chopped fresh onion ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon crushed hot pepper ⓘ
- 6 green mint leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried mint, crushed ⓘ
- 1/2 teaspoon marjoram ⓘ
- 1/2 teaspoon rosemary ⓘ
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano ⓘ
- 2 links fresh Italian sausage ⓘ
- 2 links fresh Italian sausage
- 1 tsp. salt ⓘ
- 2 Tbsp. grated cheese ⓘ
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken broth by combining cream of chicken soup, milk, and seasoned salt and pepper in a large pot, bring to a simmer.
- Cook and shred the chicken, then add to the broth.
- In a skillet, melt margarine and butter, then add bacon drippings, canned mushroom pieces, tomato paste, sugar, grated cheese, water, chopped garlic, parsley, chopped tomatoes, basil, chives, hot pepper, mint, marjoram, rosemary, and oregano. Stir well and simmer for 20 minutes.
- While the broth simmers, prepare the dumplings by mixing Bisquick with water and grated cheese until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the dough into balls not exceeding 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter and set aside.
- Add the chicken and broth mixture to a baking dish or shallow pan, arrange the dumplings on top.
- Broil the assembled dish until the dumplings are golden brown and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Tips & Substitutions
For a creamier broth, consider adding a splash of heavy cream or sour cream. If you don't have Bisquick, you can make your own dumplings with flour, baking powder, and milk. For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs instead of dried ones. If you want a heartier dish, include diced carrots and celery in the broth.
Serving Suggestions
Serve Jan's Chicken and Dumplings with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad for balance. A slice of crusty bread would also complement the dish well. This comforting meal pairs beautifully with Baked Chicken And Broccoli For Two, creating a delightful family dinner.
Storage & Reheating
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in a saucepan over low heat, adding a splash of water or broth to prevent drying out. Alternatively, you can microwave portions for quick reheating, covering to keep moisture.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Jan'S Chicken And Dumplings contains roughly 957 calories, with 26g protein, 87g carbohydrates, and 60g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (241% of the Daily Value), vitamin A (153% of the Daily Value), and iron (78% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 2121mg per serving (92% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken. Just ensure to fully cook it before shredding. You may need to extend the cooking time to ensure it's cooked through. Using a slow cooker can also be a great way to cook frozen chicken while developing flavors.
What can I substitute for cream of chicken soup?
If you don't have cream of chicken soup, you can make a homemade version using chicken broth, milk, and a roux (flour and butter). Alternatively, cream of mushroom soup or a vegetable soup can work as substitutes, though they will slightly alter the flavor.
How can I make this dish gluten-free?
To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free Bisquick for the dumplings and ensure that the cream of chicken soup is also gluten-free. You can also thicken the broth with cornstarch instead of flour to maintain the desired consistency.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).