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Cozy Pressure Cooker Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

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A quick and easy comfort food recipe featuring tender chicken thighs and fluffy dumplings cooked perfectly in a pressure cooker. Ready in under 45 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights and cozy evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 cup whole milk (or dairy-free milk)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
  • Optional: splash of lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken thighs, then cut into bite-sized pieces. Dice the onion, peel and slice the carrots, and slice the celery thinly.
  2. Using the sauté function on your pressure cooker, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until softened and fragrant, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken pieces into the pot with garlic powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat evenly.
  4. Pour in the 4 cups of chicken broth, scraping the bottom to release any browned bits. Stir to combine.
  5. Seal the lid and set the pressure cooker to high pressure for 12 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.
  6. While the base cooks, whisk together 2 cups flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Stir in melted butter and milk until just combined.
  7. Open the lid and gently drop spoonfuls of the dumpling dough on top of the simmering stew. Seal the lid again and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Use natural release for 5 minutes, then quick-release the rest.
  8. Stir the stew gently to fluff the dumplings without breaking them. Taste and adjust salt or pepper. Optionally, sprinkle fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice.

Notes

Use natural pressure release after cooking the chicken base to keep meat tender. Avoid overmixing dumpling dough to prevent toughness. Drop dumplings gently and space them out to avoid sticking. If broth is too thick, add a splash of water or broth; if too thin, reduce by sautéing.

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Keywords: pressure cooker, chicken and dumplings, comfort food, easy dinner, weeknight meal, cozy recipe

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