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Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings

Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings
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Instant Pot Chicken and Dumplings is a warm, hearty meal that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and fluffy dumplings in a rich, flavorful broth. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, offering an easy one-pot solution to satisfy your hunger. With the convenience of the Instant Pot, you’ll enjoy a delightful dinner ready in no time. Plus, this recipe is adaptable—feel free to mix in your favorite vegetables or herbs to make it uniquely yours!

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds bone-in chicken thighs
  • 1 small yellow onion (chopped)
  • 3 ribs celery (chopped)
  • 3 medium carrots (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 ½ cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (cut into 6 cubes)
  • ¾ cup milk (whole milk is best)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Add butter and mix until crumbly. Gradually stir in milk until a soft dough forms.
  2. Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode; heat olive oil and butter. Sauté onion, celery, carrots, and garlic for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Nestle chicken thighs into the vegetable mix and pour in broth with thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
  4. Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Allow natural release for 10 minutes before quick-releasing any remaining pressure.
  5. Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, then thicken broth by stirring in cornstarch mixed with water.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough into the soup base; close the lid again and cook on high pressure for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Quick release pressure again and stir in frozen peas along with shredded chicken before serving warm.

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