Easy Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings Recipe
Instant Pot chicken and dumplings is the ultimate no-fuss comfort food for busy nights. Each spoonful is packed with juicy chicken, tender veggies, creamy broth, and fluffy, seasoned dumplings. This cozy, easy meal will warm you from the inside out!
Servings 4
Calories 376kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs breasts are fine too
- 1 cup finely diced carrots
- 1/2 cup finely diced celery
- 1 teaspoon herb and garlic seasoning or other favorite poultry seasoning
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with equal parts water optional
Instructions
- Cut chicken into tiny bite-sized pieces and add to Instant Pot
- Add carrots, celery, seasonings, and broth
- Cover, seal, and set to high pressure for 12 minutes
- Allow 5-10 minutes for natural pressure release, then quick release any remaining pressure
- Switch pot to sauté mode and add the cream and cornstarch mixture (optional)
- Bring contents to a simmer
- Mix together remaining ingredients for dough, stirring until just combined
- Drop dough mixture by the spoonfuls into simmering broth and cook for 4-7 minutes until dumplings are fully cooked
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stove and add extra broth or water if needed to thin the broth.
- To use frozen chicken thighs, add a few minutes to the cook time and shred once cooked.
- Always add dairy and thickeners after pressure cooking.
- Keep the dumplings evenly sized for consistent cooking.
- Dumplings are cooked when a toothpick comes out clean. Avoid overcooking or stirring too much since they may begin to crumble.
Nutrition
Calories: 376kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 173mg | Sodium: 1405mg | Potassium: 645mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 4850IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 155mg | Iron: 4mg