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Skillet Chicken and Dumplings

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This recipe for Skillet Chicken and Dumplings makes an easy weeknight dinner. Ready in 30 minutes, it’s healthy comfort food packed with protein and vegetables!

Ingredients

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  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced
  • 1.5 pounds chicken, diced
  • 1.5 cups frozen peas
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup + 1 Tbsp flour, divided
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup + 1/2 cup milk, divided (i used 2%)
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic, onion, chicken, vegetables, 1 Tbsp flour and seasonings.
  3. Saute over medium high heat for 10 minutes.
  4. Add broth and 1 cup milk and bring to a boil.
  5. Meanwhile, combine 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup milk, 2 tsp baking powder, 1 egg and 1/2 tsp salt in a bowl and stir until just combined.
  6. Drop by rounded tablespoons into simmering chicken mixture. (You should get 12-14 dumplings)
  7. Reduce heat to simmer, cover skillet and let simmer for 10-15 minutes or until dumplings are cooked through.
  8. Taste, adjust seasonings as desired and serve.

Notes

Feel free to used mixed veggies or your favorite veggies instead of just peas and carrots.
If you don’t have a lid for your skillet, use a large baking sheet to cover the top.

Find it online: https://www.theleangreenbean.com/skillet-chicken-and-dumplings/