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Amazing Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings

Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings

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Enjoy a hearty bowl of Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings, a classic comfort food made easy and quick for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add olive oil to the Instant Pot and set to Sauté.
  2. Add chicken pieces, salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.
  3. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  4. Add carrots, celery, and onion.
  5. Secure the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes.
  6. Once cooking is complete, perform a Quick Release of the pressure.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together flour and cold water until smooth to create a slurry.
  8. Stir the slurry into the chicken and vegetable mixture in the Instant Pot.
  9. Set the Instant Pot to Sauté and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until the dumplings thicken.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a thicker broth, you can add an extra tablespoon of flour mixed with water.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or corn.
  • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts can be used as a substitute for thighs.

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