Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings
Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings is the ultimate comfort dish that combines succulent chicken, fluffy dumplings, and a rich, savory broth. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this easy recipe will have you enjoying a hearty meal in no time. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, you’ll create a satisfying dish that warms both your heart and your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups diced fresh carrots
- 2 cups chopped celery
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup dumpling mix (or homemade batter)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup heavy cream (or milk)
Instructions
- Chop the carrots and celery.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add a splash of olive oil. Sauté the carrots and celery for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Add the chicken breasts and onion powder; stir for about 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and gently stir. Secure the lid and set to manual high pressure for 10 minutes.
- While cooking, prepare the dumpling batter according to package instructions or make from scratch.
- Once done, carefully release pressure and open the lid. Stir in heavy cream for a rich sauce.
- Serve immediately with generous portions of fluffy dumplings on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Season chicken generously before sautéing for enhanced flavor. - Substitute chicken with turkey or add other veggies like peas for variety. - Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat on low heat with a splash of broth.