Can Make It Alpha-Gal Friendly • Quick Family Meal • Budget Friendly • Instant Pot or Crock Pot
Chicken and dumplings is a classic Southern comfort meal, and this simplified version keeps things easy enough for a busy weeknight. Tender chicken cooks in a creamy broth while biscuit pieces transform into soft dumplings that soak up all the flavor.
Using a few shortcut ingredients helps this meal come together quickly while still delivering that cozy, homemade taste. It’s the perfect dish for cold evenings, family dinners, or whenever you’re craving something warm and comforting.
This recipes uses OakStone’s Cream of Anything Mix that you can keep stored in the pantry for so many recipes!
This hearty recipe makes about 6 servings, making it a great option for leftovers or meal prep.
Alpha-Gal Friendly Chicken and Dumplings
If you want to make Alpha-Gal Friendly Chicken and Dumplings, use the Dairy-Free Cream of Anything Mix + alpha-gal friendly biscuits.
Estimated Cost (Based on Average Grocery Prices)
| Ingredient | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Chicken | $6.00 |
| Chicken Broth | $1.50 |
| Celery | $1.00 |
| Cream of Anything Mix | $0.50 |
| Refrigerated biscuit dough | $2.50 |
| Herbs, Spices, and Oil | $0.60 |
Total Recipe Cost: ~$12.10
Servings: 6
Cost per serving: $2.02
Where the Nutrition Comes From
- Chicken: Provides high-quality protein that helps support muscle building, immune health, and fullness.
- Biscuits (Dumplings): Provide carbohydrates for energy and give the dish its classic comfort-food texture.
- Celery: Adds hydration, potassium, and fiber while contributing to the classic soup flavor.
- Chicken Broth: Provides fluids and electrolytes, helping keep the dish hydrating and comforting.
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Chicken and Dumplings
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- If using OakStone's Cream of Anything Mix recipe, prepare 2 servings using the Instantpot's saute function for 3-5 minutes.
- Next, pour in chicken broth and add diced chicken, chopped celery, and parsley.
- Cut each biscuit into 8 small pieces. Sprinkle biscuit pieces on top of the soup mixture.
- Close the lid and cook on High Pressure for 2 minutes. Allow 3 minutes natural pressure release, then manually release remaining pressure.
- Stir gently to mix dumplings into the broth and serve warm.
- If using OakStone's Cream of Anything Mix recipe, prepare 2 servings using a separate saucepan on low heat for 5-7 minutes.
- Add chicken broth, chicken, celery, parsley, and cream of anything mixture to a crockpot.
- Cook on HIGH for 3–4 hours, until chicken is fully cooked.
- While the soup mixture is cooking, cut each biscuit into 8 small pieces.
- Stir soup, then add biscuit pieces. Cook 30 more minutes on HIGH until dumplings are cooked through.
Notes
- Calories: 325 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fat: 12 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
