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Instant Pot Chicken & Dumplings: 10-min Comfort

Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings

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Enjoy a hearty and comforting bowl of Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings. This recipe is designed for ease and speed, perfect for a weeknight meal that tastes like it simmered all day.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1 (10 ounce) can refrigerated biscuit dough, cut into pieces

Instructions

  1. Place chicken thighs in the Instant Pot.
  2. Add chicken broth, salt, pepper, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing.
  4. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
  5. Once done, perform a quick release of the pressure.
  6. Remove chicken from the pot and shred it.
  7. While the chicken is cooking, melt butter in the Instant Pot.
  8. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  9. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
  10. Gradually whisk in the water until smooth.
  11. Add the cream of chicken soup and milk. Stir to combine.
  12. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
  13. Add the frozen peas.
  14. Stir everything together.
  15. Place the biscuit pieces on top of the soup mixture, ensuring they are not submerged.
  16. Secure the lid and set the valve to sealing.
  17. Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
  18. Once done, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.
  19. Open the lid and stir the dumplings into the soup.
  20. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious homemade meal.

Notes

  • Ensure the biscuit pieces are not completely submerged in the liquid for best results.
  • You can add other vegetables like corn or potatoes if you wish.
  • For a creamier consistency, you can add a splash of heavy cream at the end.

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