Description
Broccoli Cheddar Chicken and Dumplings is the coziest one-pot meal, packed with creamy cheese, tender chicken, broccoli, and fluffy biscuit dumplings. It’s easy to make, incredibly satisfying, and perfect for family dinners. Save this recipe for when you need comfort food in a bowl!
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1–2 tbsp garlic and herb seasoning (salt-free)
1 tbsp olive oil
5 tbsp butter, divided
1 yellow onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery ribs, diced
6–7 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp Lawry’s seasoning salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp Herbs de Provence or Italian seasoning
Pinch of nutmeg
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups heavy cream
3 cups freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3 cups fresh broccoli, chopped
5 Pillsbury Grands Homestyle biscuits, cut into 9 pieces each
Dried parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season your chicken with garlic and herb seasoning. Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter in a large pot over medium heat. Cook the chicken until done, then remove and shred or chop it.
- Sauté Veggies: Add the remaining 4 tbsp of butter to the pot. Toss in diced onions, carrots, and celery. Season with Lawry’s seasoning salt, paprika, black pepper, nutmeg, and herbs. Sauté for 8–10 minutes until softened.
- Add Garlic and Flour: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute. Then add the flour and stir well, cooking for 1–2 more minutes to eliminate the raw taste.
- Make the Base: Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Follow with the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it thicken slightly.
- Melt the Cheese: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cheddar cheese one cup at a time until it’s completely melted and smooth.
- Add Chicken and Broccoli: Return the shredded chicken to the pot along with the chopped broccoli. Bring the mixture back to a light simmer.
- Drop the Dumplings: Add the biscuit pieces on top of the soup. Cover the pot tightly and let them steam on low heat for about 15 minutes. Don’t uncover during this time.
- Finish and Serve: Gently stir to separate the dumplings. Garnish with dried parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
Keep heat low when adding cheese to prevent clumping.
Don’t uncover the pot while dumplings steam.
Add more broth if the soup thickens too much.
Use fresh shredded cheese for best results.
Store leftovers up to 3 days and reheat with a splash of broth or milk.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American