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Creamy Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

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This Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings recipe is a hearty and comforting classic made easy with tender chicken thighs, flavorful vegetables, and fluffy dumplings cooked right in the pressure cooker. Using pantry staples like canned biscuits or a simple homemade dumpling batter, this one-pot meal is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner packed with savory herbs and creamy texture.

Ingredients

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Soup Base

  • 1 Tablespoon oil
  • 1/2 large onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 cup carrots, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts, diced into 1” pieces
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning (thyme, oregano, rosemary, basil, etc.)
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Dumplings (Using Refrigerated Biscuits)

  • 5 refrigerated canned biscuits, each cut into 8 pieces

Optional Thickener

  • 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup cold water

Garnish

  • 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

Homemade Dumplings (Alternative to Canned Biscuits)

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3 Tablespoons butter
  • 3/4 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Soup Base: Press the SAUTE button on the Instant Pot and add oil. Once the display reads “Hot,” add chopped onions and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Add Vegetables: Stir in celery, carrots, and minced garlic to cook evenly for another few minutes, ensuring the garlic does not burn.
  3. Cook Chicken: Add diced chicken pieces to the Instant Pot and cook with the vegetables for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally for even cooking.
  4. Add Seasonings and Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and add black pepper, poultry seasoning, salt to taste, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  5. Prepare Dumplings: For canned biscuits, slice each biscuit into 8 pieces and drop them into the Instant Pot now. Alternatively, for homemade dumplings, prepare the batter as per the homemade dumpling instructions below and add teaspoonfuls after adding broth.
  6. Pressure Cook: Press CANCEL to stop sauteing. Close the pressure cooker lid, set the valve to sealing, and select the Pressure Cook or Manual setting on High Pressure for 7 minutes.
  7. Natural Release: Once cooking completes, allow the Instant Pot to release pressure naturally for about 10 minutes. After the pin drops, carefully turn the valve to venting and remove the lid.
  8. Finish Soup: Stir in frozen peas and heavy cream to add a creamy texture and extra sweetness. If the soup needs thickening, mix cornstarch with cold water and stir it into the pot, cooking on saute for a minute to thicken.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or cilantro over the finished dish before serving.
  10. Homemade Dumplings Preparation (Optional): In a medium bowl, mix flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Cut in butter using a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pour in milk and stir just until moistened. Drop teaspoonfuls into the Instant Pot after adding chicken and broth, then proceed with pressure cooking.

Notes

  • You can use chicken thighs for more flavor and tenderness, or breasts for a leaner option.
  • If using homemade dumplings, add them after the broth and chicken are added, before pressure cooking.
  • The optional cornstarch slurry can be omitted if you prefer a thinner broth.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste after cooking, especially salt and pepper.
  • Use fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro to brighten the dish.
  • Natural pressure release is important to let the dumplings finish cooking without becoming tough.

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