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Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings

A comforting and hearty dish that combines tender chicken, soft dumplings, and a creamy broth, perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 can of biscuits
  • 1–2 pounds boneless chicken breasts cut into 1” cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons diced garlic
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 small can cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 small bag frozen peas

Instructions

  1. Cut each biscuit into quarters and set aside.
  2. Set your Instant Pot to the sauté function.
  3. Add butter and olive oil to the pot. Allow it to sizzle.
  4. Add diced garlic and onion to the pot. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the onions are translucent. Stir occasionally.
  5. Add the cut chicken and chicken broth to the pot.
  6. Stir in the cream of chicken soup and heavy cream.
  7. Add diced celery and carrots to the mixture and stir well to combine everything.
  8. Set the Instant Pot to high pressure and cook for 10 minutes. Make sure the venting is turned off and close the lid securely.
  9. Allow the pressure to release naturally for 15 minutes.
  10. Carefully release any remaining pressure by venting the Instant Pot.
  11. Add the frozen peas and stir into the mixture.
  12. Add the biscuit pieces to the top of the mixture.
  13. Set the pot to Sauté mode again. Close the lid and turn off the venting.
  14. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  15. Allow pressure to release naturally for another 15 minutes.
  16. Finally, release any remaining pressure by venting the Instant Pot.

Notes

For added flavor, top with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme. Pairs well with a side salad or crusty bread.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pressure Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Instant Pot, Chicken, Dumplings, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner