Hearty Chicken & Dumplings Recipes

By Southern Living

From classic recipes to reimagined twists, with our chicken and dumplings recipes you'll be dishing out a bowl of Southern comfort every time.

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Easy Chicken and Dumplings Recipe

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Easy Chicken and Dumplings

When it comes to chicken and dumplings recipes, it's hard to pick a favorite. We adore both the tried-and-true version that our grandmothers spoon-fed us, and the more innovative versions with additions like gnocchi, sweet potato, and cornbread.

In our first recipe, deli-roasted chicken, cream of chicken soup, and canned biscuits make a quick-and-tasty version of classic chicken and dumplings.

Step-by-Step Video: Our Easiest Chicken and Dumplings

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Chicken and Cornbread Dumplings

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Recipe: Chicken and Cornbread Dumplings

Make a classic chicken and dumplings recipe even more Southern by topping the vegetable-and-chicken-packed stew with cornbread dumplings.

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Chicken and Gnocchi

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Recipe: Chicken and Gnocchi

This fast became a Test Kitchen favorite and our new go-to chicken and dumplings because it's the easiest gnocchi we've ever made. Simply use a zip-top bag to pipe the pillowy mounds straight into the simmering water.

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Classic Chicken and Dumplings

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Recipe: Classic Chicken and Dumplings

As the name suggests, this is a classic that will be sure to satisfy the whole family. Thyme, garlic powder, poultry seasoning, and bacon drippings are used to flavor this dish.

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Chicken and Sweet Potato Dumplings

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Recipe: Chicken and Sweet Potato Dumplings

Sweet potato creates pillowy, gnocchi-like dumplings and adds Vitamin C, Beta Carotene, Calcium, and Potassium. Start with a whole chicken to create a flavorful, refined broth.

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Chris Hastings' Chicken and Dumplings

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Recipe: Chris Hastings' Chicken and Dumplings

Chris Hastings showcases his family's favorite Chicken and Dumplings recipe, taking it to new heights by building fresh and unexpected flavors in the classic Southern dish.

Watch: Chris Hastings' Chicken and Dumplings

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Chicken and Dumplings

Recipe: Chicken and Dumplings

This old-fashioned chicken and dumplings recipe uses a whole chicken, cut up, and has a homemade pastry crust made with self-rising flour.

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